1. The importance of a resume:

A resume is an important tool in careering as it helps make an initial impression on the potential employers.

2. The definition of “resume” and “basic resume”:

A resume or C.V. is a short written account of one’s education and previous jobs that one sends to an employer when looking for a new job.

A basic resume needs applicant to write down his or her basic information such as education experience as well as general personal information.

3. A basic resume includes:

Educational background information (usually writing from the high school level which includes degree, major, university, department, date, main courses, special electives);

Your professional skills (the skills about your major and the position that you want to be employed);

Honors and Awards (usually writing from the awards that you acquire in the college. The lowest one should be at the high school level);

Certificates ( The level should be as the same as that of Honors and Awards);

Work experience if you have any.

4. Tips on writing an effective resume:

Do not use any templates;

Be professional and concise;

Be honest;

Do not exaggerate;

Enhance your advantages and avoid disadvantages;

Do not mention politics unless your are required to;

Write down the formal, practical and relevant work experience;

Refine your language but do not use abbreviations;

Learn to use bullet points;

Always begin with a verb;

Do not always write “I” in your resume. pG4NbLyvmcJE6qypUY1vl+20UCpIJ1GdLwbNkdaeJntleLFIojXwH1ouNgAShK9f