From the course: Recovering from a Layoff

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How to write an effective resume

How to write an effective resume

From the course: Recovering from a Layoff

How to write an effective resume

- Very few people actually enjoy putting a resume together, but I happen to be one of those who do, so I'm excited to talk about crafting a post-layoff resume that showcases your skills and experience and that's formatted in a way that employers will respond to. A well-crafted resume shows employers that you are in the right mindset to get back to work. So let's get started. First things first, compile a complete resume. You'll want one long document that contains all of your experiences, educational degrees and certifications, volunteerism, professional associations, conferences; you name it. Let's call this your historical resume. It's the base document from which we pull the most relevant information to create your new and improved current resume. One other important thing to include, your name and contact info right at the top. Include an email address and a phone number with your area code. Your address is also…

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