Resume writing for Dummies

The post argues that a resume should help a hiring manager quickly understand a candidate by being legible, concise, and tailored to the job. It also says first-time applicants should use a cover letter to show interest in the employer and explain relevant experience.

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• A resume should be clear, readable, and articulate so it helps the hiring manager.
• A covering letter can help first-timers and freshers show interest in the company and mention relevant experience.
• Bad formatting suggests carelessness, so the author recommends professional help if needed.
• Spelling and grammar checks should be used.
• Applicants should show real work, such as a program, demo, or site, instead of only academic projects.
• The subject line should not be forgotten, and FWD messages should be avoided.
• Resumes should be tailored to the employer’s requirements rather than sent as one generic version to all job addresses.
• The resume file should have a clear name instead of a vague one like resume.pdf.
• Most candidates only need a page or two, and unrelated personal details should be removed.
• Honesty matters, because false claims about skills can be checked easily.
• Links to a blog, portfolio, LinkedIn, StackOverflow, or Github can help show participation in relevant online communities.