CHAPTER SUMMARY

Building careers and writing resumes: Chapter 15 (P. 509-510)

1. Proofreading your Résumé 

• Your resume is one of the most important documents you'll ever write, so don’t rush or cut corners when it comes to proofreading. 
• Check all headings and lists for clarity.
• Be sure your grammar, spelling, and punctuation are correct.
• Double check all dates, phone numbers, emails, and other essential data.  
• Ask at least three other people to read it. 

 
2. Distributing your Résumé  

• How you distribute your resume depends on the number of employers you target and their preferences for receiving resumes.

• Employers usually list their requirements on the career pages of their websites.

• General distribution tips: 

            -  Mailing printed resumes             

            -  Emailing your resume

            -  Submitting your resume to an employer’s website

            -  Posting your resume on job websites