A reality check
By Suzanne
@Morethanamom (1948)
Canada
September 8, 2018 6:52pm CST
Now that the kids are back to school, momma needs to start looking for some part time work.
To prepare for the job hunt, I found the file containing my resumé. It needed to be updated. Actually, it probably needs a complete overhaul. The last time it was printed was 9 years ago, so while a job needed to be added and an address needed to be changed, i’m pretty sure the whole format is outdated as well.
With adding the last job, it is now 3 pages and i’m not sure what information to remove. So I made an appointment with an employment counselor to have it reviewed.
After that it’s time to round up some courage to drop off copies and find myself a job. Hopefully it won’t take too long.
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4 responses
@koopharper (7601)
• Canada
9 Sep 18
Generally, I keep mine down to one sheet of paper. That might be old fashioned but it has always worked for me. I usually include a cover letter if I can prepare one. Good luck. I hope you find something that suits your schedule and is enjoyable.
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@koopharper (7601)
• Canada
9 Sep 18
@Morethanamom I haven't gotten any real advice on my resume in a very long time.
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@Morethanamom (1948)
• Canada
9 Sep 18
They always told me that 2 pages was ideal. Since I have now worked on and off for almost 20 years, there are more than a handful of jobs on there. I do think I need to adjust the education section, as it seems a bit large.
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@Morethanamom (1948)
• Canada
10 Sep 18
@koopharper I don’t think I have ever had mine reviewed either, but an organization offers this and employment counseling so I am going to take advantage of it.
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@Deepizzaguy (104160)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
9 Sep 18
Have a good view of your challenges ahead.
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@Morethanamom (1948)
• Canada
9 Sep 18
I’m trying to be positive. My family needs this.
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@Deepizzaguy (104160)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
10 Sep 18
@Morethanamom When you really need a helping hand, it will come from Above.
@Morethanamom (1948)
• Canada
9 Sep 18
I hve been a stay at home mom for 5 years, so getting back out there is going to be interesting.
@Marilynda1225 (83118)
• United States
9 Sep 18
Good luck with the job hunting and getting your resume updated
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