Office Wife

Writing a resume for employment can be tedious and daunting. Knowing where to start, what format to use, and the information to put into it is stressful. There are dozens of ideas, articles, books, and more on writing a resume, cover letter, thank you notes, and follow up inquiries. All great information. And out dated.

The whys and hows of resume writing and job search have changed through the years shifting and adjusting to the technological advances, educational changes and the management styles.

The place to start is with your job experience. Writing a skills list, using actionable verbs, present tense or past tense, and just what sort of information to include.

Do you know what your skills are? If I asked you right now to list ten skills what would you tell me? Me? I fumble with the answer because I get skills mixed up with knowledge and experience. Here is an example:

Skills: writing, typing, desktop publishing, answering phones, (you get the idea).

Skills are those assets that you use to do those things. It is a knowledge, but the list should be more specific. Finding the right words can be a bit tricky at times. Not for everyone, but some of us are still learning.

The dictionary definition says a skill is something one does well. I communicate well, type fast and accurate (now), get the idea? Well, if I have not confused you yet, then yeah for me. Actually there is one book that is timeless and never outdated because each year a new book is published to stay up with the times.

What Color is Your Parachute? 2012. Richard N. Bolles has been writing this book for four decades. This is the 40th edition of this book. You can purchase a copy at Alibris (my affiliate link, please) and find everything you need to know about writing a winning, get attention resume, cover letter, and curriculum vitae.

I have used this book through the years both for myself and for my clients. Richard Bolles keeps it simple, plain English, and easy to follow. You will want to refer back to this book forever. Even in 2013 and beyond because there are somethings about writing your skill set that is never outdated.

Use this book to help with your freelance career, business marketing messages, not just a job search. Career changers will find in depth information to assist in applying past skill sets and experience to a new career. There is no end to the uses What Color is Your Parachute? 2012 will offer you.

Click the book and get your copy from Alibris for less than $15.

5 Steps to a Freelance Writing Career!

In my internet journey I came across this great article that outlines a plan of action by a work at home person. I especially like the name of the site: The Work at Home Wife.

Her steps give a balanced, sensible plan of action to beginning your writing career.

Take a moment and peruse.

Bless you and see you again.

Do you need insurance if you work from home? Even home operated businesses can use some protection. The articles at Entrepreneur will help you with the basics, like how to decide on what type of insurance, how much to spend, and what needs you should cover.

I find Entrepreneur especially helpful with research and insight into working from my home. I know you will as well.

Stay tuned more to come as I travel the road of working at home information.

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