Episode 3: Resume Content

12/17/23 • 36 min

Amidst the seemingly endless menu of things to pick from, how do we determine what goes on a resume? How do we make it all fit in the space given?
That's the focus of today's episode! Join Jimmy as he continues the resume writing series with a scenic tour of resume content....Consigliere style! You'll learn about resume structure, focusing primarily on the summary, experience, education, and technical skills sections. He'll also give you some useful tidbits for other content you might want to include, and you'll learn how to keep it all fit and focused. Enjoy!

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Episode 2: Myths of Resume Writing

You would be AMAZED at the misinformation that exists when it comes to resume writing. And unfortunately, the average job seeker falls victim to it every single day.

This episode kicks off a multi-part episode series all about resume writing. Join Jimmy as he walks you through what a resume is, and what its primary purpose should be. He’ll also explain what should (and should NOT) go on your resume to help you make the most out of its limited space. Finally, he’ll help clear up 5 of the most common resume writing myths that can derail the average job seeker, and share some wisdom on what you should do instead.

References:

Resume vs. Résumé: What's the Diffference? | Dictionary.com

30 Funniest Résumés and Job Applications We’ve Ever Seen (careeraddict.com)

Resume Writing Myths (monster.com)

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Episode 4: Resume Formatting

We now have a resume: but, how do we go about formatting it? How do we make it say what it needs to say, but also look halfway decent?
The Consigliere resume writing marathon continues as Jimmy leads you through a heart-to-heart discussion on resume formatting. You'll learn the different types of formats and when to use each. In addition, you'll hear about ways to strategically control content to fit your agenda. And finally, Jimmy will tell you how to make it all consistent and keep everything looking nice. Have a listen!

The Career Consigliere - Episode 3: Resume Content

Transcript

Whaddaya hear, whaddaya say? Welcome to installment number 3 of the Career Consigliere podcast, your no frills, no BS forum for navigating the corporate job scene. Jimmy with you, for what we hope to be a highly informative and engaging half an hour, or so! Today, as promised, we will continue down the rabbit hole of resume writing, focusing primarily on content. We’ll start by making a very important distinction that I KNOW has been burning a hole in your soul and you’ve always wanted cla