Building your Résumé
Writer: Dajone Morris
Image by: Forbes.com
It is often said that your résumé is what sells you and your brand to a company; it is what
gives them the details they need to confirm that you are fit for a position in their company.
But how do you build the perfect résumé? The first step is to recognize that your life is already
your résumé. What do we mean by this? Well, everything you do, from being early for class to
your work ethic, affects your résumé. Writing your résumé is one thing, but it will be verified
through your references, and a “truthful” reference will tell the truth.
Build A Good Work Ethic.
When you develop a strong work ethic that can be vouched for, you become more appealing
to your employer. Some key traits of a good work ethic are:
1. DependabilityDo not be late for work or class or anything you do. Be the person someone can depend on to complete a task when it is given. 2. DeterminationMake sure to complete all your assignments or tasks given to you on time. Doing this allows for productivity within the workplace.
3. Dedication Be dedicated. When a task is given to you, try your best to finish it. Do not be quick to give up on the task.
to your employer. Some key traits of a good work ethic are:
1. Dependability
3. Dedication
Always dress professionally or appropriately.
A lecturer once told me, "Not because you are a student worker means you can dress
anyway for work.” How you carry yourself is important. Always try to dress appropriately for
whatever you are doing. Don’t overdress or underdress.
anyway for work.” How you carry yourself is important. Always try to dress appropriately for
whatever you are doing. Don’t overdress or underdress.
3. Be willing to volunteer.
Volunteering builds your experience, which employers often look for. This shows that you are
willing to work. It shows a sense of purpose, it shows that you have some form of experience
working. Lastly, it puts your name out in the work world, whereas the person you volunteer for
can even become a potential employer, or as we call it in Jamaica, “a link”. This is also a form
of networking.
willing to work. It shows a sense of purpose, it shows that you have some form of experience
working. Lastly, it puts your name out in the work world, whereas the person you volunteer for
can even become a potential employer, or as we call it in Jamaica, “a link”. This is also a form
of networking.
The video by YouTuber Jeff Su speaks on the "5 Golden Rules" of writing a resume. In the
video, all rules given or points brought up are backed by research done by Austin Belcak on
125,484 resumes.
video, all rules given or points brought up are backed by research done by Austin Belcak on
125,484 resumes.
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