The Rev may already be a winner!

In the last episode of 'Microcephalic S. Bob & The Rev', you took some time
to offer encouragement and advice.

While I've completely ignored your advice, probably out of spite and the
size of my own massively blood-engorged medulla oblongata, the encouragement
was appreciated. I felt a little better, so I went ahead and updated (as in,
filled out) my resume on Monster, and posted the message beneath my sig to
microsoft.public.inetserver.iis. It's translated into a few extra hits on my
website, which at least gives me hope, and the occasional bout of
'polaroid'. My current situation limits my options, but at least I am now
getting some relevant bites. Still uncertain as to where or how I will be
able to get back on track with the career, but the future looks a little
better.

Thanks,
Microcephalic S. Bob
http://www.roblindman.com/ - free milk and cookies for the first 1 million
visitors that bring milk and cookies

<the following was posted to microsoft.public.inetserver.iis>

"Rob Lindman" <> wrote in message
news:%...
> Hello everyone.
>
> Apologies in advance if the context is inappropriate for this message. I
> would appreciate indication of a proper direction if this is the case.
>
> I am an experienced developer with ASP in VBScript, skilled with SQL
> Server
> 2000, MS Access, ADODB. Additional extensive skills such as PHP and
> graphic
> design, and have completed projects on both large and small scale for
> private clients and large corporations.
>
> Hard worker, flexible on compensation, as long as it is fair.
>
> Looking to work from home, as I assist in the care of an elderly relative,
> and need to be here almost 24-7. Available transportation is also limited.
>
> Resumé, information on several websites I've developed, and extensive
> employee background information available on my website.
>
> You may also enjoy the free software and free Microsoft Agent characters I
> offer to visitors.
>
> Take a moment to visit my site, and feel free to contact me if you have
> projects to develop:
>
> http://www.roblindman.com/
>
> Looking forward to hearing from you.
>
> Sincerely,
> Rob Lindman
> websites | databases | graphics

/* Microcephalic S. Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */

just an update, in spite of my obstinance and the fact that I am vehemetly
opposed to doing things other people say, I'm working on resume corrections
to my resumé, html and word versions. I'll also add to this that The Rev is
one of only a handful of people in the past year who have provided me with
information on how I might succeed, instead of pointing out why I am going
to fail.

objective of revision is conformity to the specifics included below. will
appreciate your review / comment / extensive criticism when this is
complete. open to all mcngp members who know anything about resumés.

My goal here is to conclusively complete my resumé so it will only require
minor updates and improvements in the future, barring a sex change or brain
transplant.

Original post follows:

"The Rev [MCT]" <> wrote in message
news:...
> Honestly... The first thing I'd do is remove the lines on the Resume. I
> know from personal experience sorting resumes I hate lines and boxes.The
> layout you chose is otherwise quite pleasant to read. It has a nice flow
> and is easy to follow.
>
> Also I don't see any real reason for an objective and a profile. Here is a
> secret. Sell yourself in the objective. I know every other resume tip
> place tells you not to. But....Anyone in charge of hiring is not going to
> add you to the interview list if your objective sucks, because the only
> thing they typically read to deicide if you make it to the second stack is
> your objective. With that no need to it and a profile and the white space
> (using separate paragraphs) is a had idea. I know grammar school told you
> different...but an objective is a run-on sentence.
>
> Here is an example of an objective: (This one happens to be one of mine)
> I have several years experience in corporate training, in addition to IT
> Consultation and full-time Senior Network Administration, implementing and
> maintaining Microsoft Windows Networks. In the past I have supported
> Native and Mixed mode Windows Environments, multiple VPN clients, remote
> offices, operating system support for Windows 9x, Windows 2000, Windows XP
> and the Windows 2003 Server Family. Currently I am teaching Microsoft
> Official Curriculum Courses helping others to obtain Microsoft
> Certifications and pursue careers in the Information Technology Profession
> while continuing my consulting services. This experience combined with
> several industry standard certifications such as the CompTIA Security+
> Certification, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Certification, and the
> Microsoft Certified Trainer Certification I feel I am a fully qualified
> for the technical training and consulting environments.
>
>
>
> Past the objective layout and space matters. I try to make sure I extend
> my margins to as much of the page as possible. This reduces it to two
> pages from three (which I can tell you now..no one reads 2 page resumes).
> plus it makes it look full. You are more then welcome to email me if you
> want. I'll send you a version of my resume where the names have been
> changed to protect the innocent so you can see what format I've chosen.
> But the basics are easy. Don't have you name so big, it's a distraction.
> Justify long paragraphs and extend your margins. Don't use lines and or
> boxes to separate your information. Use bullet points and most hiring
> managers have ADD anyway, and are not likely to read past the objective.
> This way they can see bullets of what you did. Bold your job titles and
> nothing else in your experience. This goes back to the ADD thing. They
> skim the résumé and see the word analyst they will pay more attention to
> you if that's what their looking for.

/* Microcephalic S. Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */

<snicp>
....in spite of my obstinance and the fact that I am vehemetly opposed to
doing things other people say...
</snip>

Yeah, well you're not that different than I am then. I am however glad I can
help whenever possible. Aside from that if I can offer anything to your
resume development I will.

Thanks for the kind words. I think you and I just have strong Type A
personalities, honestly at one point I didn't even think I was helping. But
I'm glad you are moving in a posative direction.
--
rev

MCT/MCNGP #44
..
"/* Microcephalic S. Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */" <@> wrote in
message news:...
> just an update, in spite of my obstinance and the fact that I am vehemetly
> opposed to doing things other people say, I'm working on resume
> corrections to my resumé, html and word versions. I'll also add to this
> that The Rev is one of only a handful of people in the past year who have
> provided me with information on how I might succeed, instead of pointing
> out why I am going to fail.
>
> objective of revision is conformity to the specifics included below. will
> appreciate your review / comment / extensive criticism when this is
> complete. open to all mcngp members who know anything about resumés.
>
> My goal here is to conclusively complete my resumé so it will only require
> minor updates and improvements in the future, barring a sex change or
> brain transplant.
>
> Original post follows:
>
> "The Rev [MCT]" <> wrote in message
> news:...
>> Honestly... The first thing I'd do is remove the lines on the Resume. I
>> know from personal experience sorting resumes I hate lines and boxes.The
>> layout you chose is otherwise quite pleasant to read. It has a nice flow
>> and is easy to follow.
>>
>> Also I don't see any real reason for an objective and a profile. Here is
>> a secret. Sell yourself in the objective. I know every other resume tip
>> place tells you not to. But....Anyone in charge of hiring is not going to
>> add you to the interview list if your objective sucks, because the only
>> thing they typically read to deicide if you make it to the second stack
>> is your objective. With that no need to it and a profile and the white
>> space (using separate paragraphs) is a had idea. I know grammar school
>> told you different...but an objective is a run-on sentence.
>>
>> Here is an example of an objective: (This one happens to be one of mine)
>> I have several years experience in corporate training, in addition to IT
>> Consultation and full-time Senior Network Administration, implementing
>> and maintaining Microsoft Windows Networks. In the past I have supported
>> Native and Mixed mode Windows Environments, multiple VPN clients, remote
>> offices, operating system support for Windows 9x, Windows 2000, Windows
>> XP and the Windows 2003 Server Family. Currently I am teaching Microsoft
>> Official Curriculum Courses helping others to obtain Microsoft
>> Certifications and pursue careers in the Information Technology
>> Profession while continuing my consulting services. This experience
>> combined with several industry standard certifications such as the
>> CompTIA Security+ Certification, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
>> Certification, and the Microsoft Certified Trainer Certification I feel I
>> am a fully qualified for the technical training and consulting
>> environments.
>>
>>
>>
>> Past the objective layout and space matters. I try to make sure I extend
>> my margins to as much of the page as possible. This reduces it to two
>> pages from three (which I can tell you now..no one reads 2 page resumes).
>> plus it makes it look full. You are more then welcome to email me if you
>> want. I'll send you a version of my resume where the names have been
>> changed to protect the innocent so you can see what format I've chosen.
>> But the basics are easy. Don't have you name so big, it's a distraction.
>> Justify long paragraphs and extend your margins. Don't use lines and or
>> boxes to separate your information. Use bullet points and most hiring
>> managers have ADD anyway, and are not likely to read past the objective.
>> This way they can see bullets of what you did. Bold your job titles and
>> nothing else in your experience. This goes back to the ADD thing. They
>> skim the résumé and see the word analyst they will pay more attention to
>> you if that's what their looking for.
>
>

The Rev [MCT]

Rev,

Past two years have been tough, mostly b.s. in my world, and I have to fight
through the cynicism and get down to business.

I try to help as well, but I get frustrated when I see a world where it
doesn't seem like much matters.

Anyway, that's ranting, and doesn't accomplish much, so here's work in
progress... I haven't as yet incorporated a lot of your suggestions, but
mostly I've been working to clean up the skills section. I want to get it
down to one page, and do something more natural to separate the sections
than lines.

http://www.roblindman.com/resume_html2.php - work in progress
http://www.roblindman.com/resume_html.php - previous resume for comparison

Also, I know it's not necessarily a good idea to have a generic coverletter,
but I find if I have as much of a thing ready to go as possible, it's easier
to get it done, so please take a look at this:

http://www.roblindman.com/wizard_coverletter.php - default values are good
enough to review the content
http://www.roblindman.com/wizard_envelope.php - requires MSIE6

http://www.roblindman.com/letter_rejection.php - thoughtfully provided by
Frisbee(R), awaiting an interface

I'd have gotten on this sooner, but I've been trying different things that
haven't been working when I probably should have been focusing on the
fundamentals. Also, I do have responsibilities around the house which limit
my time somewhat.

Anyway, thanks again for any insight you can offer, I'll continue on this
throughout the weekend, objective being to have the best damn resume
possible by monday.

Microcephalic S. Bob
http://www.roblindman.com/


"The Rev [MCT]" <> wrote in message
news:...
> <snicp>
> ...in spite of my obstinance and the fact that I am vehemetly opposed to
> doing things other people say...
> </snip>
>
> Yeah, well you're not that different than I am then. I am however glad I
> can help whenever possible. Aside from that if I can offer anything to
> your resume development I will.
>
> Thanks for the kind words. I think you and I just have strong Type A
> personalities, honestly at one point I didn't even think I was helping.
> But I'm glad you are moving in a posative direction.
> --
> rev
>
> MCT/MCNGP #44
> .
> "/* Microcephalic S. Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */" <@> wrote
> in message news:...
>> just an update, in spite of my obstinance and the fact that I am
>> vehemetly opposed to doing things other people say, I'm working on resume
>> corrections to my resumé, html and word versions. I'll also add to this
>> that The Rev is one of only a handful of people in the past year who have
>> provided me with information on how I might succeed, instead of pointing
>> out why I am going to fail.
>>
>> objective of revision is conformity to the specifics included below. will
>> appreciate your review / comment / extensive criticism when this is
>> complete. open to all mcngp members who know anything about resumés.
>>
>> My goal here is to conclusively complete my resumé so it will only
>> require minor updates and improvements in the future, barring a sex
>> change or brain transplant.
>>
>> Original post follows:
>>
>> "The Rev [MCT]" <> wrote in message
>> news:...
>>> Honestly... The first thing I'd do is remove the lines on the Resume. I
>>> know from personal experience sorting resumes I hate lines and boxes.The
>>> layout you chose is otherwise quite pleasant to read. It has a nice flow
>>> and is easy to follow.
>>>
>>> Also I don't see any real reason for an objective and a profile. Here is
>>> a secret. Sell yourself in the objective. I know every other resume tip
>>> place tells you not to. But....Anyone in charge of hiring is not going
>>> to add you to the interview list if your objective sucks, because the
>>> only thing they typically read to deicide if you make it to the second
>>> stack is your objective. With that no need to it and a profile and the
>>> white space (using separate paragraphs) is a had idea. I know grammar
>>> school told you different...but an objective is a run-on sentence.
>>>
>>> Here is an example of an objective: (This one happens to be one of mine)
>>> I have several years experience in corporate training, in addition to IT
>>> Consultation and full-time Senior Network Administration, implementing
>>> and maintaining Microsoft Windows Networks. In the past I have supported
>>> Native and Mixed mode Windows Environments, multiple VPN clients, remote
>>> offices, operating system support for Windows 9x, Windows 2000, Windows
>>> XP and the Windows 2003 Server Family. Currently I am teaching Microsoft
>>> Official Curriculum Courses helping others to obtain Microsoft
>>> Certifications and pursue careers in the Information Technology
>>> Profession while continuing my consulting services. This experience
>>> combined with several industry standard certifications such as the
>>> CompTIA Security+ Certification, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
>>> Certification, and the Microsoft Certified Trainer Certification I feel
>>> I am a fully qualified for the technical training and consulting
>>> environments.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Past the objective layout and space matters. I try to make sure I extend
>>> my margins to as much of the page as possible. This reduces it to two
>>> pages from three (which I can tell you now..no one reads 2 page
>>> resumes). plus it makes it look full. You are more then welcome to email
>>> me if you want. I'll send you a version of my resume where the names
>>> have been changed to protect the innocent so you can see what format
>>> I've chosen. But the basics are easy. Don't have you name so big, it's a
>>> distraction. Justify long paragraphs and extend your margins. Don't use
>>> lines and or boxes to separate your information. Use bullet points and
>>> most hiring managers have ADD anyway, and are not likely to read past
>>> the objective. This way they can see bullets of what you did. Bold your
>>> job titles and nothing else in your experience. This goes back to the
>>> ADD thing. They skim the résumé and see the word analyst they will pay
>>> more attention to you if that's what their looking for.
>>
>>
>

/* Microcephalic S. Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */

Well I still like your style, just not the lines. Your resume is easy to
follow.

Few suggestions. The font size is fine, is also a font that's easy to read.
That is very important. Also while I like the bullets, but I still think
there is too much white space there. (to the left) I might also recommend
your summary of qualifications be listed under your experience. Hiring
managers will look at what you can do after they see who you've worked for.
With this however you can also leak some of what you can do in your
objective.

"At the present time, I am looking for opportunities developing software,
databases, websites; and graphics for reputable companies. I intend to
leverage my salary to finance an education."
Try to sell yourself without asking for a job. I would consider a rewrite
here, Don't say what your looking for in that manor. Let the HR guy know who
you are and brag a little, but don't say your looking. Let them come to you.

References:
Do not list any references on a resume. You may put references available
upon request, but don't list them here. When you create your references
document make certain it flows the same way your resume does. so the HR guy
will know your references match your resume by glance only.

Your name:
Don't make your name and contact information too big, yes it needs to stand
out, but not that much. also I recommend (especially if your resume is more
than one page) you put your Name in small print at the bottom of each page
in the footer.

"Self-Employed (this sucks, need a better one)"
What did you do? Your title is your own. were you an application consultant?
etc.

Keyword Summary:
Is this only for the web? This section of the resume should not exist, as it
distracts from the general feel and flow of your resume. (which again does
flow well)

Additional Experience:
Are these places you did work for? As a consultant or project basis? If so
maybe you could consider a using a "Portfolio" instead of this section. (I
know it's just a name, but this way you can state a few things about what it
was you did, instead of just plugging names here)

That's enough for now, but all in all, just remember a resume is an
extension of ones career as well as their personality. Look positive and you
will be portrayed as positive in your resume.

Good luck and let me know if you need anything else...

--
rev

MCT/MCNGP #44
..
"/* Microcephalic S. Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */" <@> wrote in
message news:...
> Rev,
>
> Past two years have been tough, mostly b.s. in my world, and I have to
> fight through the cynicism and get down to business.
>
> I try to help as well, but I get frustrated when I see a world where it
> doesn't seem like much matters.
>
> Anyway, that's ranting, and doesn't accomplish much, so here's work in
> progress... I haven't as yet incorporated a lot of your suggestions, but
> mostly I've been working to clean up the skills section. I want to get it
> down to one page, and do something more natural to separate the sections
> than lines.
>
> http://www.roblindman.com/resume_html2.php - work in progress
> http://www.roblindman.com/resume_html.php - previous resume for comparison
>
> Also, I know it's not necessarily a good idea to have a generic
> coverletter, but I find if I have as much of a thing ready to go as
> possible, it's easier to get it done, so please take a look at this:
>
> http://www.roblindman.com/wizard_coverletter.php - default values are good
> enough to review the content
> http://www.roblindman.com/wizard_envelope.php - requires MSIE6
>
> http://www.roblindman.com/letter_rejection.php - thoughtfully provided by
> Frisbee(R), awaiting an interface
>
> I'd have gotten on this sooner, but I've been trying different things that
> haven't been working when I probably should have been focusing on the
> fundamentals. Also, I do have responsibilities around the house which
> limit my time somewhat.
>
> Anyway, thanks again for any insight you can offer, I'll continue on this
> throughout the weekend, objective being to have the best damn resume
> possible by monday.
>
> Microcephalic S. Bob
> http://www.roblindman.com/
>
>
> "The Rev [MCT]" <> wrote in message
> news:...
>> <snicp>
>> ...in spite of my obstinance and the fact that I am vehemetly opposed to
>> doing things other people say...
>> </snip>
>>
>> Yeah, well you're not that different than I am then. I am however glad I
>> can help whenever possible. Aside from that if I can offer anything to
>> your resume development I will.
>>
>> Thanks for the kind words. I think you and I just have strong Type A
>> personalities, honestly at one point I didn't even think I was helping.
>> But I'm glad you are moving in a posative direction.
>> --
>> rev
>>
>> MCT/MCNGP #44
>> .
>> "/* Microcephalic S. Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */" <@> wrote
>> in message news:...
>>> just an update, in spite of my obstinance and the fact that I am
>>> vehemetly opposed to doing things other people say, I'm working on
>>> resume corrections to my resumé, html and word versions. I'll also add
>>> to this that The Rev is one of only a handful of people in the past year
>>> who have provided me with information on how I might succeed, instead of
>>> pointing out why I am going to fail.
>>>
>>> objective of revision is conformity to the specifics included below.
>>> will appreciate your review / comment / extensive criticism when this is
>>> complete. open to all mcngp members who know anything about resumés.
>>>
>>> My goal here is to conclusively complete my resumé so it will only
>>> require minor updates and improvements in the future, barring a sex
>>> change or brain transplant.
>>>
>>> Original post follows:
>>>
>>> "The Rev [MCT]" <> wrote in message
>>> news:...
>>>> Honestly... The first thing I'd do is remove the lines on the Resume. I
>>>> know from personal experience sorting resumes I hate lines and
>>>> boxes.The layout you chose is otherwise quite pleasant to read. It has
>>>> a nice flow and is easy to follow.
>>>>
>>>> Also I don't see any real reason for an objective and a profile. Here
>>>> is a secret. Sell yourself in the objective. I know every other resume
>>>> tip place tells you not to. But....Anyone in charge of hiring is not
>>>> going to add you to the interview list if your objective sucks, because
>>>> the only thing they typically read to deicide if you make it to the
>>>> second stack is your objective. With that no need to it and a profile
>>>> and the white space (using separate paragraphs) is a had idea. I know
>>>> grammar school told you different...but an objective is a run-on
>>>> sentence.
>>>>
>>>> Here is an example of an objective: (This one happens to be one of
>>>> mine)
>>>> I have several years experience in corporate training, in addition to
>>>> IT Consultation and full-time Senior Network Administration,
>>>> implementing and maintaining Microsoft Windows Networks. In the past I
>>>> have supported Native and Mixed mode Windows Environments, multiple VPN
>>>> clients, remote offices, operating system support for Windows 9x,
>>>> Windows 2000, Windows XP and the Windows 2003 Server Family. Currently
>>>> I am teaching Microsoft Official Curriculum Courses helping others to
>>>> obtain Microsoft Certifications and pursue careers in the Information
>>>> Technology Profession while continuing my consulting services. This
>>>> experience combined with several industry standard certifications such
>>>> as the CompTIA Security+ Certification, Microsoft Certified Systems
>>>> Engineer Certification, and the Microsoft Certified Trainer
>>>> Certification I feel I am a fully qualified for the technical training
>>>> and consulting environments.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Past the objective layout and space matters. I try to make sure I
>>>> extend my margins to as much of the page as possible. This reduces it
>>>> to two pages from three (which I can tell you now..no one reads 2 page
>>>> resumes). plus it makes it look full. You are more then welcome to
>>>> email me if you want. I'll send you a version of my resume where the
>>>> names have been changed to protect the innocent so you can see what
>>>> format I've chosen. But the basics are easy. Don't have you name so
>>>> big, it's a distraction. Justify long paragraphs and extend your
>>>> margins. Don't use lines and or boxes to separate your information. Use
>>>> bullet points and most hiring managers have ADD anyway, and are not
>>>> likely to read past the objective. This way they can see bullets of
>>>> what you did. Bold your job titles and nothing else in your experience.
>>>> This goes back to the ADD thing. They skim the résumé and see the word
>>>> analyst they will pay more attention to you if that's what their
>>>> looking for.
>>>
>>>
>>
>
>

The Rev [MCT]

Rev, I'll get this all worked out over the weekend and post back. Thanks for
your input, greatly appreciated.

"The Rev [MCT]" <> wrote in message
news:...
> Well I still like your style, just not the lines. Your resume is easy to
> follow.
>
> Few suggestions. The font size is fine, is also a font that's easy to
> read. That is very important. Also while I like the bullets, but I still
> think there is too much white space there. (to the left) I might also
> recommend your summary of qualifications be listed under your experience.
> Hiring managers will look at what you can do after they see who you've
> worked for. With this however you can also leak some of what you can do in
> your objective.
>
> "At the present time, I am looking for opportunities developing software,
> databases, websites; and graphics for reputable companies. I intend to
> leverage my salary to finance an education."
> Try to sell yourself without asking for a job. I would consider a rewrite
> here, Don't say what your looking for in that manor. Let the HR guy know
> who you are and brag a little, but don't say your looking. Let them come
> to you.
>
> References:
> Do not list any references on a resume. You may put references available
> upon request, but don't list them here. When you create your references
> document make certain it flows the same way your resume does. so the HR
> guy will know your references match your resume by glance only.
>
> Your name:
> Don't make your name and contact information too big, yes it needs to
> stand out, but not that much. also I recommend (especially if your resume
> is more than one page) you put your Name in small print at the bottom of
> each page in the footer.
>
> "Self-Employed (this sucks, need a better one)"
> What did you do? Your title is your own. were you an application
> consultant? etc.
>
> Keyword Summary:
> Is this only for the web? This section of the resume should not exist, as
> it distracts from the general feel and flow of your resume. (which again
> does flow well)
>
> Additional Experience:
> Are these places you did work for? As a consultant or project basis? If so
> maybe you could consider a using a "Portfolio" instead of this section. (I
> know it's just a name, but this way you can state a few things about what
> it was you did, instead of just plugging names here)
>
> That's enough for now, but all in all, just remember a resume is an
> extension of ones career as well as their personality. Look positive and
> you will be portrayed as positive in your resume.
>
> Good luck and let me know if you need anything else...
>
> --
> rev
>
> MCT/MCNGP #44
> .
> "/* Microcephalic S. Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */" <@> wrote
> in message news:...
>> Rev,
>>
>> Past two years have been tough, mostly b.s. in my world, and I have to
>> fight through the cynicism and get down to business.
>>
>> I try to help as well, but I get frustrated when I see a world where it
>> doesn't seem like much matters.
>>
>> Anyway, that's ranting, and doesn't accomplish much, so here's work in
>> progress... I haven't as yet incorporated a lot of your suggestions, but
>> mostly I've been working to clean up the skills section. I want to get it
>> down to one page, and do something more natural to separate the sections
>> than lines.
>>
>> http://www.roblindman.com/resume_html2.php - work in progress
>> http://www.roblindman.com/resume_html.php - previous resume for
>> comparison
>>
>> Also, I know it's not necessarily a good idea to have a generic
>> coverletter, but I find if I have as much of a thing ready to go as
>> possible, it's easier to get it done, so please take a look at this:
>>
>> http://www.roblindman.com/wizard_coverletter.php - default values are
>> good enough to review the content
>> http://www.roblindman.com/wizard_envelope.php - requires MSIE6
>>
>> http://www.roblindman.com/letter_rejection.php - thoughtfully provided by
>> Frisbee(R), awaiting an interface
>>
>> I'd have gotten on this sooner, but I've been trying different things
>> that haven't been working when I probably should have been focusing on
>> the fundamentals. Also, I do have responsibilities around the house which
>> limit my time somewhat.
>>
>> Anyway, thanks again for any insight you can offer, I'll continue on this
>> throughout the weekend, objective being to have the best damn resume
>> possible by monday.
>>
>> Microcephalic S. Bob
>> http://www.roblindman.com/
>>
>>
>> "The Rev [MCT]" <> wrote in message
>> news:...
>>> <snicp>
>>> ...in spite of my obstinance and the fact that I am vehemetly opposed to
>>> doing things other people say...
>>> </snip>
>>>
>>> Yeah, well you're not that different than I am then. I am however glad I
>>> can help whenever possible. Aside from that if I can offer anything to
>>> your resume development I will.
>>>
>>> Thanks for the kind words. I think you and I just have strong Type A
>>> personalities, honestly at one point I didn't even think I was helping.
>>> But I'm glad you are moving in a posative direction.
>>> --
>>> rev
>>>
>>> MCT/MCNGP #44
>>> .
>>> "/* Microcephalic S. Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */" <@>
>>> wrote in message news:...
>>>> just an update, in spite of my obstinance and the fact that I am
>>>> vehemetly opposed to doing things other people say, I'm working on
>>>> resume corrections to my resumé, html and word versions. I'll also add
>>>> to this that The Rev is one of only a handful of people in the past
>>>> year who have provided me with information on how I might succeed,
>>>> instead of pointing out why I am going to fail.
>>>>
>>>> objective of revision is conformity to the specifics included below.
>>>> will appreciate your review / comment / extensive criticism when this
>>>> is complete. open to all mcngp members who know anything about resumés.
>>>>
>>>> My goal here is to conclusively complete my resumé so it will only
>>>> require minor updates and improvements in the future, barring a sex
>>>> change or brain transplant.
>>>>
>>>> Original post follows:
>>>>
>>>> "The Rev [MCT]" <> wrote in message
>>>> news:...
>>>>> Honestly... The first thing I'd do is remove the lines on the Resume.
>>>>> I know from personal experience sorting resumes I hate lines and
>>>>> boxes.The layout you chose is otherwise quite pleasant to read. It has
>>>>> a nice flow and is easy to follow.
>>>>>
>>>>> Also I don't see any real reason for an objective and a profile. Here
>>>>> is a secret. Sell yourself in the objective. I know every other resume
>>>>> tip place tells you not to. But....Anyone in charge of hiring is not
>>>>> going to add you to the interview list if your objective sucks,
>>>>> because the only thing they typically read to deicide if you make it
>>>>> to the second stack is your objective. With that no need to it and a
>>>>> profile and the white space (using separate paragraphs) is a had idea.
>>>>> I know grammar school told you different...but an objective is a
>>>>> run-on sentence.
>>>>>
>>>>> Here is an example of an objective: (This one happens to be one of
>>>>> mine)
>>>>> I have several years experience in corporate training, in addition to
>>>>> IT Consultation and full-time Senior Network Administration,
>>>>> implementing and maintaining Microsoft Windows Networks. In the past I
>>>>> have supported Native and Mixed mode Windows Environments, multiple
>>>>> VPN clients, remote offices, operating system support for Windows 9x,
>>>>> Windows 2000, Windows XP and the Windows 2003 Server Family. Currently
>>>>> I am teaching Microsoft Official Curriculum Courses helping others to
>>>>> obtain Microsoft Certifications and pursue careers in the Information
>>>>> Technology Profession while continuing my consulting services. This
>>>>> experience combined with several industry standard certifications such
>>>>> as the CompTIA Security+ Certification, Microsoft Certified Systems
>>>>> Engineer Certification, and the Microsoft Certified Trainer
>>>>> Certification I feel I am a fully qualified for the technical training
>>>>> and consulting environments.
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Past the objective layout and space matters. I try to make sure I
>>>>> extend my margins to as much of the page as possible. This reduces it
>>>>> to two pages from three (which I can tell you now..no one reads 2 page
>>>>> resumes). plus it makes it look full. You are more then welcome to
>>>>> email me if you want. I'll send you a version of my resume where the
>>>>> names have been changed to protect the innocent so you can see what
>>>>> format I've chosen. But the basics are easy. Don't have you name so
>>>>> big, it's a distraction. Justify long paragraphs and extend your
>>>>> margins. Don't use lines and or boxes to separate your information.
>>>>> Use bullet points and most hiring managers have ADD anyway, and are
>>>>> not likely to read past the objective. This way they can see bullets
>>>>> of what you did. Bold your job titles and nothing else in your
>>>>> experience. This goes back to the ADD thing. They skim the résumé and
>>>>> see the word analyst they will pay more attention to you if that's
>>>>> what their looking for.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>

/* Microcephalic S. Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */

In article <>, "/* Microcephalic S.
Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */" <@> says...
> Subject: The Rev may already be a winner!
> From: <"/* Microcephalic S. Bob [MCSBNGP+++ #7.13.86.42.1138.2600] */" <@>>
> Newsgroups: microsoft.public.cert.exam.mcse
>
> In the last episode of 'Microcephalic S. Bob & The Rev', you took some time
> to offer encouragement and advice.
>


Reposting:

Subject: Great resume
From: Ben Smith <>

I see resumes all the time - most a somewhere between ok and really bad.
I thought I would pass this resume from a Google UI designer.

I found it while reading his blog this morning.

http://fury.com/resume/resume_kevin_fox.pdf

Why is it good?
- It is simple and elegant. The text is visually balanced and he makes
use of two frames for different information: employment history and
enabling skills. Paragraphs are about the same size, and the use of bold
and fonts is very nice.
- Employment history has a nice balance of what he did and what he
accomplished.
- Writing style is easy-to-read (very little technical jargon) and
focuses the reader's attention on key words/phrases to inspire
confidence.

Oh yeah - it is one page!

If I were to interview him, he has given me a lot of things to ask about
while at the same time has given me a pretty good indication of what I
could expect of him as an employee.

Well Done.

Ben Smith

did you hear Ben Smith <> say in
news: om:

> I found it while reading his blog this morning.
>
> http://fury.com/resume/resume_kevin_fox.pdf
>

caused me to read "Who moved my cheese", which I still believe is another
example of "everything I need to know in life I learned in Kindergarten"

--
Neil MCNGP#30

- PC compatibles aren't.

Neil

In article <Xns96B77FBEAA941neilmcsegmailcom@207.46.248.16> , guess!!!
@gmail.com says...
> did you hear Ben Smith <> say in
> news: om:
>
> > I found it while reading his blog this morning.
> >
> > http://fury.com/resume/resume_kevin_fox.pdf
> >
>
> caused me to read "Who moved my cheese", which I still believe is another
> example of "everything I need to know in life I learned in Kindergarten"
>
>

"Who Moved My Cheese" == A great way to make a lot of money without
writing a long, meaningful book

Ben Smith

>> I found it while reading his blog this morning.
>>
>> http://fury.com/resume/resume_kevin_fox.pdf
>>
>
>caused me to read "Who moved my cheese", which I still believe is another
>example of "everything I need to know in life I learned in Kindergarten"

what else did you do last week?

Kline Sphere (Chalk) MCNGP #3

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