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Show Valley View News, February 23, 1 980, Page 5 Part 3: T ool A Is Resume Selling Properly Prepared "i Editors Note: The following is part three in a series on finding the right employment for you. They are written by Susan Tanner a Holmes, Farmington resident and former editor of a weekly paper. I hope you find the articles interesting and informative. By Susan Tanner Holmes If you were going to shop for a new car, youd want to look at the specification sheet. The same is true of employers. A resume is a one page specification sheet about yourself. A properly prepared resume will save an individual time and worry when filling out an application and preparing for the interview. It is also a valuable selling tool, which makes your expertise known to the employer in a short concise form. While each employer will look for his specific needs and wants in a resume, there are certain basic elements that a resume should Love is. are a few There professionals who prepare resumes for a fee. The fee ranges from $20 to $40, on the depending cost The professional. usually includes one typed original and one copy. Retain the original and have good quality photo copies made. This can usually be done for four to ten cents. Get a good quality bond, it will pay off in the long run. professional will A terview you for about The top left hand corner should have your name, address, and phone number. Then under that you should put your Occupational Goal. An Occupational Goal is a two to three line evaluation of yourself and the job. It could be stated like the following: Through years of extensive training in in- 30 to 60 minutes, asking specific, budget management indepth questions about your life, your work, your talents and your job likes and dislikes. He will want to of know your preference how and you employment, view your contribution to the prospective company. Honesty with the interviewer and yourself is important to helping you have the best and fiscal care, It will be a valuable asset in continuing your desire for orderly cost control and high quality management. 1'he next area of concern is your Occupational Background. occupational limited, look and abilities Suppose your experience is to your talents to expand your work habits and abilities. An example would be: While my experience in the paid labor force has been limited, I have a vast background of experience in budgeting in the volunteer offices of treasurer and president of the and P.T.A. the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. has Such experience taught me the value of cost analysis and how the motivation of personnel is to the acimportant complishment of goals. In addition, bookkeeping experiences for a small business has given me vital experience in tax filing and preparation. These management skills will enhance my ability to be of value to your growing firm. be Next should Educational Background. Suppose you graduated from high school, but that is the extent of your education. What should you put down? You might say something like this: Even though my formal education has been limited to high school, I have, through the years, a developed educational and program enhance my management and accounting skills. Community service is an important aspect of an in designed to dividual. It shows an ployer that you are cerned about your the youth through visory positions. emconen- vironment and the people around you. Do you belong to a political party or are you actively involved in the election process? Never tell your say affiliation, party something like: On many occasions, I have worked on political campaigns through speaking, meeting the public and direct mailings. List some things you have done to help the youth in your area, such as, the P.T.A. or any one little league, of a dozen areas. Mention , in successes these generalities such as helping super- The Personal Data should be placed last on the sheet. This information is not manditory, but can prove helpful. Include your date of birth, your marital status, height, weight, health and social security number. At the bottom place the words, References on Request. References should not appear on the resume. When an employer is ready to hire you, he will ask for references. A good number of references is from three to five. Make sure they can vouch for your character and work habits. It is not necessary for you to have worked with them, but it is essential that you get their approval before you utilize their name. In addition to a resume, an employer may still want an application filled out. Take a copy of your resume to help in this process, then attach it to the application form, by way of reminder. An indepth look at filling out the application form will be discussed in future ar tides. There are people in the world who hate to pay anyone for anything. possible resume. When preparing the resume yourself, look closely from an objective point of view. Dont hesitate to make yourself look good thats the whole point. . . anew baby WEST VAUEY NEWBORNS ANDERSON, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie, 5483 Lewis and Clark Cir., Kearns, daughter. RAM .ARP, Mr. and Mrs. David, 5364 Peachwood Cl., son. BARRATT, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen, 3681 Highlander, Hunter, daughter. BAWDEN, Mr. and Mrs. Don, 2221 West 3800 South, Granger, daughter. BONZO, Mr. and Mrs. John C., 2766 Patti Dr., Hunter, son. BROADHEAD, Mr. and Mrs. Gary L., 5239 Woodtree Cl., son. BROUGH, Mr. and Mrs. Dave B., 5141 Wildrose Dr., daughter. CAMPBELL, Mr. and Mrs. David, 5870 Tressier, son. CARROLL, Mr. and Mrs. Richard A., 3453 W. Brett Ave., son. CARTWRIGHT, Mr. and Mrs. David, 3723 Osteen Cl., Magna, daughter. DOTY, Mr. and Mrs. Michael, 4935 Cross St., Kearns, daughter. DUMAS, Mr. and Mrs. Dell, 2745 South 8650 West, Magna, son. EDDINGTON, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas W., 3599 South 6830 West. son. FAULKNER, Mr. and Mrs. James, 4514 Royal Ann Cl., Hunter, son. GUBLER, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin, W., 4548 Knight Bridge Rd., daughter. HANSEN, Mr. and Mrs. Richard. 5956 Sultan Cl., daughter. HATHRON, Mr. and Mrs. William S., 4501 W. 4950 South, daughter, Kearns. EHPWORTH, Mr. and Mrs. Lynn, 3996 S. Boot Hill Dr., daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Blaine, 4889 West Hunter, daughter. HOUSTON, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel, 4542 Oriean HUNSAKER, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar, 4920 W. Hunter, daughter. JOHNSON, Mr. and Mrs. Michael, 1781 S. Moor daughter. KANO, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis, 6535 King Estates HOLBROOK, 3850 South. Way, son. Lariat Dr., Dr., Kearns, Here are 3 Important things you should know about your Forced-Ai- r Furnace. Dr., Hunter, son. KING, Mr. and Mrs. 4253 Stratus, Kearns, daughter. 1. LILJENQUIST, Mr. and Mrs. Robert, 5545 Breckinridge Dr., daughter. MALONE, Mr. and Mrs. Kim, 3005 South 9000 West, Magna, daughter. MANN, Mr. and Mrs. John, 4066 West 5985 South, Kearns, Your filter removes much of the dust and dirt that comes into your home from the outside. Keeping it clean makes your furnace work more efficiently and keeps your home cleaner too. Filters should be changed about every 2 months if disposable or cleaned with hot water if washable. son. MARCHANT, Mr. and Mrs. Mark, 5095 South 5520 West, Kearns, son. MAIS AN AS, Mr. and Mrs. Tony G., 3842 South Bill Dr., Hunter, daughter. MCGEE, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen M., 4660 Eskesen Dr., daughter. MICKELSON, Mr. and Mrs. David Alan, 5339 W. Highland Dr., Kearns, son. NESTER, Mr. and Mrs. Don, 7615 West 3406 South, Magna, son. NEWBY, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald, 4560 Charles Way, son. OLSEN, Mr. and Mrs. Brent, 5142 Redflower Cir, Hunter, son. OLSEN, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald, 3857 Burgess Rd., Kearns, Replace or Clean the Furnace Filter Regularly 2. Keep the Blower Door Closed At All Times. (Except when replacing the filter or oiling the fan or motor.) Except when maintenance work is going on, the blower compartment door must be closed at all times. If the door is left open, the suction of the blower may draw products of combustion back into the home, depleting the oxygen supply and creating a hazardous situation. son. ROYAL, Mr. and Mrs. Chris, 3849 Kinberley Way, Hunter, daughter. ROBERTSON, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald, 4447 Jill :s PL, son. 8325 West, Magna, HOE, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis G., 3493 South 3. Keep Cold Air Returns and Heating Registers son. 3479 Stanton Dr., son. RYAN, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth E., 5078 Blvd., Kearns, son. Mrs. and Piper Kevin, RYVER, Mr. 3168 South 4400 West, son. Mrs. and Dennis, Mr. SHORR, Mr. and Mrs. Bradley, 4406 West 5855 South, Kearns, Free From Obstructions. Your natural gas heater has both heat outlets and cold returns. Both need to be kept free from obstruction for optimum efficiency from your heater. air SMITH, son. SMITH, Mr. and Mrs. led L., 4031 West 5895 South, Kearns, son. son. SORENSEN, Mr. and Mrs. Richard, 3868 Marcia Dr., 3758 Chatterleigh Lawrence Mrs. R., and Mr. STRATFORD, ltd., Hunter, daughter. Blossom Dr., TURNER, Mr. and Mrs. Ibomas, 5040 Lotus Hunter, daughter. VESQUE, Mr. and Mrs. Steven, 7367 Jefferson Rd., Magna, daughter. .1870 South 6955 West, Hunter, WARD, Mr. and Mrs. Steven, Your gas furnace needs regular care. A natural gas heater is so dependable, efficient and apparently a certain carefree, we often take it for granted. But it does require and safety. If amount of maintenance to insure your comfort call your licensed you feel your furnace is not working properly, For emergency for assistance. or contractor heating plumbing service call the nearest office of Mountain Fuel. 5551 West Lockwood WAITERS, Mr. and Mrs. David Leon, son. Dr., Hunter, WHITEHEAD, Mr. and Mrs. Terry, 2997 Breeze Dr., Magna, WlTzEL, Mr. and Mrs. Robert, 2922 South 9150 WRIGHT, Mr. and Mrs. William, Kearns, daughter. 4251 West, Magna, West 5780 South, i MOUNTAIN FUEL For Fifty Years, People Serving People |
