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206 Chapter 14 R6sum6 Package Building Yuur HesumB Paukage Before employers decide to meet you, fhey first view your application marerials. Traditionally, the set ofapplication materials is referred to as a r6sum6 package, which includes a r6sum6 and a cover letter. Although many employers only allow online applications, which may not require a r6sum6 andf ot cover letter, every job seeker needs to create a formal r6sum6 and cover letcer. This information is used as a foundation for informacion an employer will require in the applica- tion process. The creation of a quality r6sum6 package provides a job seeker with personalized, concise, and accurate information that can be used in any job search siruation. Your r6sum 6. package needs to efficiently and effectively sell your skills and communicate how your attributes are unique compared to all other candidates r.ying for yo:ur targetjob. A r6sum6 is a formal written profile rhar presents a person's knowledge, skills, and abilities to potential employers. Your r6sum6 is an important job search tool that should be created in advance of a job search and continually updated throughout your career. Even if you are not currently searching for a new job, a time will come when a currenr r6sum6 is needed. Do not wait until that time to crette or update your r6sum6. Continually add new job skills, accomplishments, and experiences ro your r6sum6. \X/hen you begin to create your r6sum6,yottwill quickly discover that there are various types of r6sum6s and r6sum6 formats. You may also receive con- flicting advice as to how the perfect r6sum6 should look and what it shouid include. The appropriatetype of r6sum6 used depends on your work experience, education, and other factors. A well-written r6sum6 makes it easy for potential employers to quickly and easily iden tify your skills and qualifications that make you the right choice for the job. This chapter will present the, tools for creating a professional r6sum6 and cover letter. As you go through the process of consrructing your r6sum6 pack- age, make every word sell your skills and career accomplishments. Your r6sum6 package represents you. Therefore, be honest with the information you provide and display characterby not lying or embellishing the truth. There are five steps toward building a winning r6sum6: 1. Gatheringlnformation 2. Creating an Information HeadingandUtllizing Proper Layour 3. \X/riting a Skills Summary or Personal Profile 4. Inserting Skills, Accomplishments, and Experience 5. Reviewing the Completed R6sum6 L. Ed.ucation. List schools, degrees, cerrificates, credentials, GPA, licenses, and o ther relevant education- related info rmation, including milita:"y experience. Include dates with each entry. Step 0ne fiathering lnformatiun The first step in buildingl r6sum6 is to create adraft documenr with key head- ings. This involves collecting and merging all relevant information inco one document. Begin identi$zing and listing the following information into an elec- cronic document: