This document provides information on resume formats and tips for an effective resume. The three main resume formats are reverse chronological, which highlights work history; functional, which focuses on skills rather than jobs; and hybrid, which combines the two. A hybrid resume highlights skills and lists jobs in reverse order. It is best for those changing careers, with gaps in employment history, or at multiple levels. Resumes should be 1-2 pages with plenty of white space, bullet points, and a consistent font size. The header should include name, address, phone number and professional email.

1. Resume Writing Workshop
Back to the Basics…

2. Back to the Basics
 There are three widely used resume formats today.
 The first, and most common, is reverse chronological
order. It highlights your work history (when, what and
where)
 Second, functional or skill-based, which focus more on
what you can do not where or when you did it.
 Third is hybrid, commonly known
as combination, because it takes
the advantages of both a
functional and reverse
chronological order formats.

3. Hybrid / Combination
Strengths
 You highlight the skills that the employer wants
 List job details in reverse chronological order
(preferred)
Weaknesses
Like functional formats, it is frowned upon
because it lacks forthrightness
Who is it for?
Entry Level, Seasoned Professionals, Ex-
Military, Those with Employment Gaps, Multi-level
Jobs

4. Length
1-2 pages
 If you are a professor, inventor or
scientist a Curriculum Vitae is what you
will need to compile.
 C.V. are much longer.

5. Layout
 White Space is important on the
resume. It allows the eyes to focus and
to not over stimulate the reader.
 Use Bullet Points
 Font
 Not too large, not too small
 Consistent throughout
 Not too fancy

6. Header
 Name
 Permanent Address
 Phone Number
 Create a clean, professional voicemail.
 Email Address
 Keep it professional! No
sexymama@hotmail.com

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Jesse Butler
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