Resume', cover letter, thank-you notes
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Resume' templates
/webpages/WZelasko/files/Resume%20Template%201.doc (Template #1)
Check out publisher. There are many resume' templates to choose from.
Resume Examples: (#1)
Glenn T. Robinson
55 S. Bailey Ct.
Baton Rouge, LA 70332
(504) 555-4589Objective: To become a cosmetologist
Summary of Skills:
Licensed cosmetologist with 12 years experience in styling, training and management. Ability to successfully develop and implement special sales promotions. Strong customer service, purchasing and inventory background.
Training Experience
Assistant Redken Deco Color Trainer (1983-86)
Sunglitz Technical Trainer (1990-91)
OPI Nail Trainer (1988-1990)
Helence Curtis Perm Specialist (1987-1989)Work Experience
Manager, Cut-ups Hair Salon, Austin, TX (1991-current)
- Operate salon under corporate policies, hire and trainb employees, handle payroll and manage purchasing and inventory
- Handle and address customer service problems
- Initiated money-back guarantee program for four local stores, which increased monthly sales by $2,000
Senior Stylist/Nail Technician, Macey Company, Austin, TX (1987-1991)
- Handled purchasing, inventory, cutting, coloring, perming and styling for major department store chain salon
- Served as team training leader and trained all new stylists
- Recommended and implemented special services and equipment for handicapped customers at local store; program won local acclaim, increased sales and was implemented in other company salons throughout the state
Stylist/Assistant Manager, Hair By Design, Gateway, TX (1983-1987)
- Began as stylist; promoted to assistant manager after one year
- Handled product orders, customer service, inventory and all cosmetology services
Created special Mother's Day gift certificate promotion, which Licensing
Anthony's Cosmetology College, Austin, TX (1983, Licensed Cosmetologist) resulted in 14 new permanent customers for private salon
Resume Example: (#2)
John Doe
6 Pine Street, Arlington, VA 12333
home: 555.555.5555
cell: 566.486.2222
email: phjones@vacapp.comEducation
Alden Middle School2007 - 2010
Alden Intermediate School
2004 - 2007
Experience
Pet Sitter
2004 - Present
• Provide pet sitting services including dog walking, feeding and yard care.
Child Care
2002 - Present
• Provide child care for several families after school, weekends and during school vacations.Achievements
• Honor Roll: 2007, 2008, 2009
• Perfect Attendance 2008
Volunteer Experience
• Big Brother / Big Sisters
• Peer tutor
• Meals on WheelsInterests / Activities
• Member of Arlington High School Tennis Team
• Boy Scouts
• PianoComputer Skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Internet
References
Furnished upon request
Writing cover letters (example template)
Name
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Phone Number
Email AddressDate
Employer Contact Information (if you have it)
Name
Title
Company
Address
City, State, Zip CodeSalutation
Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name, (leave out if you don't have a contact)Body of Cover Letter
The body of your cover letter lets the employer know what position you are applying for, why the employer should select you for an interview, and how you will follow-up.First Paragraph
The first paragraph of your letter should include information on why you are writing. Mention the position you are applying for and where you found the job listing. Include the name of a mutual contact, if you have one.Middle Paragraph(s)
The next section of your cover letter should describe what you have to offer the employer. Mention specifically how your qualifications match the job you are applying for. Remember, you are interpreting your resume, not repeating it.Final Paragraph
Conclude your cover letter by thanking the employer for considering you for the position. Include information on how you will follow-up.Complimentary Close
Respectfully yours,
Signature
Handwritten Signature (for a mailed letter)
Typed Signature
Sample Cover Letter(#1)
Sample Cover Letter (#2)
Sample Cover Letter (#3)Writing thank-you letters
Thank you letter (#1)
Thank you letter (#2)
Thank you letter (#3)