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Ryan
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What makes a resume for my job impressive?
Being that i want to do a job in Electrician, what would be impressive or what type of skill, education or experience would i need to have on this resume to make it enough.
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Dan Wolf
Retired Electrical/Software Engineer and part-time College Professor (BSEET and MS Engineering Management)
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Being that i want to do a job in Electrician, what would be impressive or what type of skill, education or experience would i need to have on this resume to make it enough.
1) Education (classes) and certification (official tests or evaluations) is likely the first thing that allows you to be considered, especially for someone just starting out.
2) Experience then becomes more important. Actual, paid work experience is the best but personal "unpaid life experience" is also very good as it also shows your personal interest.
Your resume should use active text such as "completed early", "initiated", "took ownership", "achieved", "earned bonus", etc. You should also focus on how much money you saved, how you completed work on-time or early, managed or supervised others, accepted personal responsibility, etc. This shows that you are self-sufficient, can be relied on, and do not require constant supervision (in addition to the fact that you are capable of doing the actual tasks).
You should perform a Google search for "How to write a good resume" as there have been many examples and thoughts published on the internet. Variations of your Google search should also include the words "technical resume" and "electrical resume" as a good technical resume will differ from other non-technical resumes.
And my last comment would be that your resume will never be "final" and that it can always be improved with new information that aligns it more closely to the specific job that you are applying to.
1) Education (classes) and certification (official tests or evaluations) is likely the first thing that allows you to be considered, especially for someone just starting out.
2) Experience then becomes more important. Actual, paid work experience is the best but personal "unpaid life experience" is also very good as it also shows your personal interest.
Your resume should use active text such as "completed early", "initiated", "took ownership", "achieved", "earned bonus", etc. You should also focus on how much money you saved, how you completed work on-time or early, managed or supervised others, accepted personal responsibility, etc. This shows that you are self-sufficient, can be relied on, and do not require constant supervision (in addition to the fact that you are capable of doing the actual tasks).
You should perform a Google search for "How to write a good resume" as there have been many examples and thoughts published on the internet. Variations of your Google search should also include the words "technical resume" and "electrical resume" as a good technical resume will differ from other non-technical resumes.
And my last comment would be that your resume will never be "final" and that it can always be improved with new information that aligns it more closely to the specific job that you are applying to.
Clarissa Pimentel
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Clarissa’s Answer
You have received good advice here so I will add one more. I see countless resumes's weekly. Many are declined due because of typos contained within them. This is interpreted as a lack of attention to detail on even the smallest stuff. And for goodness sake - please make sure your email account is professional vs social. For example John Smith becomes JSmith08@domain vs videogamesarelife@domain. Good luck!
Kim Igleheart
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Basically, as Dan pointed out, it comes down to your ability to "make" or "save" money for the company. Although it should be "a given," I'd throw in something about knowledge of codes and the importance of complying with them, as well as attentiveness to safety. This can come in many forms, such as company safety incentive awards earned, etc.
And, while I know some people despise them, a good cover letter gives you the chance to say it all in a much more personable way, "connecting" with the reader. Once you have a good resume, I'd start working on a cover letter, unless you find that they are frowned upon in the trade.
Finding a good critic, in your field, to review your resume would be helpful. One who will be brutally honest, as opposed to just telling you it looks good.
And, while I know some people despise them, a good cover letter gives you the chance to say it all in a much more personable way, "connecting" with the reader. Once you have a good resume, I'd start working on a cover letter, unless you find that they are frowned upon in the trade.
Finding a good critic, in your field, to review your resume would be helpful. One who will be brutally honest, as opposed to just telling you it looks good.
Greg Stengel, MBA
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As a recruiter when I look at a resume I want to see what make you stand out and what change you bring to your previous roles! Recruiters do not want to read a resume that reads like a job description. We want to see how you impacted your role whether that be in school or your previous role. This might include quantifying that change for example if you are a running a club in college maybe something like increased membership by x% or increased fundraising by Y% year over year. Do not be afraid to go outside of the box and be creative but make sure your resume is truly yours and make you stand out. A resume should tell your story about your experience not just be a collection of bullet points explaining job duties. Have fun with it and show your future employers your energy and creativity.
Sonny Diep
Mechanical Engineer
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Somerville, Massachusetts
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Sonny’s Answer
I believe a good resume has a mix of both technical and soft skills. An employer would probably want an electrician who is both knowledgeable and able to interface with clients. For your resume, you should try to prove that you have these qualities. Dan and Kim covered the technical aspect well.
If you have any experience in customer service, working in a team, or communicating with others, I would definitely mention that in your resume. It's important for the employer to know that you'll represent the company in a good light and pull in repeat clients through good service. Communication is also important because you'll likely work with a partner and you'll need to voice any concerns or thoughts you have. You could also look at the job description of the job you're interested in and tailor your resume to their requirements.
If you have any experience in customer service, working in a team, or communicating with others, I would definitely mention that in your resume. It's important for the employer to know that you'll represent the company in a good light and pull in repeat clients through good service. Communication is also important because you'll likely work with a partner and you'll need to voice any concerns or thoughts you have. You could also look at the job description of the job you're interested in and tailor your resume to their requirements.