09-01-2011, 06:17 PM
Congratulations! Believe it or not the good old thank you letter is so often overlooked today that many HR representatives have commented to me as an instructor that that is a "must", when I ask what to tell my students.
Great job!
By the way "resume paper" means a good quality bond that you can buy at any office supply store, including the big chains. It is of a higher quality, heavier weight, and is a much more attractive paper - not just the typical computer printer paper.
Good idea to share your experiences and suggestions for everyone - thanks!
By the way, HR reps have told us to inform our students to stick with plain paper (neutral, white, or off white). Don't get into pink or crazy colors, don't put perfume on it, and keep it simple and professional - this is for office jobs and management positions.
I am told that if you are in the arts, their resumes sometimes become more like an art portfolio with photos of themselves, special artwork in their resume, and other graphics. That can work against us in the general business world.
Hope that helps.
Great job!
By the way "resume paper" means a good quality bond that you can buy at any office supply store, including the big chains. It is of a higher quality, heavier weight, and is a much more attractive paper - not just the typical computer printer paper.
Good idea to share your experiences and suggestions for everyone - thanks!
By the way, HR reps have told us to inform our students to stick with plain paper (neutral, white, or off white). Don't get into pink or crazy colors, don't put perfume on it, and keep it simple and professional - this is for office jobs and management positions.
I am told that if you are in the arts, their resumes sometimes become more like an art portfolio with photos of themselves, special artwork in their resume, and other graphics. That can work against us in the general business world.
Hope that helps.
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