Just switched jobs about a year ago....Just switched jobs about a year ago... WOW - durring interview grass was TOTALLY greener on the other side... actually it was for about first 3-4 months... This is an IT position with a company that is ALOT underdeveloped then my previous job, yet I was under the impression that I was being brought in to 'up' the technology there. WAS I WRONG! ... not only am I being used as a scape goat for reasons why there are tech failers, but my boss is promoting it with-in the company! To be fair I have upgraded the Technology infrastruction of this multi-state company years beyond what they are at now, however their legecy SCO unix 5.0.5 server still works great as a base server - yet I have issues against this. For every SCO problem that exists my boss is blaming me - I actually said durring my interview that I have to UNIX experience and know nothing about UNIX - and my now boss told me to 'not worry about it - it doesnt matter'. Beyond that I have always worked with and believed in IT responsibility via a Help Desk software (home grown or purchased) and its ability to be trasparent thus more productive to the company... This boss refuses this, becuase it would point out his inability to run an IT department. I am stuck. He has realized this. I have also pointed out and demanded Software Licensing Legality. Which he ignores. (Which would ultimately be pointed upon me). My Boss is looking for another 'sucker' to higher. I cant stop this, but my resume isn't bringing any prospect employers as I would expect (sure, alot of headhunters, etc - but nothing real) ... I am a Ace-of all trades... kinda like a Jack of all trades, with alot more years of experience.... I know that hurts me, because I am not a specialist .. but I could be.... Should I fashion mulitple resumes for each of my skill sets? (And be warned - grass doesnt have to be always greener, but always 'mow-able') ...
-DC "Should I fashion mulitple resumes for each of my skill sets?" Yes, you definitely should have multiple general resume templates for the types of jobs that you want to attract. I had 3 myself. On top of that, you need to customize the resume each time for the specific job and company that you are applying for. Organize it with the most relevant info on top and if there is any room left, add in your other experiences. It's not that employers do not like people with multiple skill sets, if anything they love us or just don't realize how useful it is to have us. The problem is people get a lot of resumes or they are just lazy, so they just scan through it and if it's not clear how our skills can help them, then they move on. Once they realize that you can help them meet their specific objective in hiring you, and then on top of that you can do all this other neat stuff too, they'll be very grateful. Good way of putting it. I just went through a career roller coaster myself and it's barely been a month in my new job. It's definitely way better than my last job, but the disorganization is making me lose sleep. I think I am settling in now and trying to turn the chaos in to an opportunity. You should also fashion a resume that has been reviewed by a professional editor/proofreader. If your resume has the kinds of spelling, grammar, and usage errors in it as does your post, it is no wonder it is not generating any interest. It may not be your experience or background that is the problem; it could be your resume itself. I have been a hiring manager, and if I saw a letter or resume from you that had even a fraction of the same mistakes in it, I wouldn't call you for an interview. True, in your position, you do not need to be a writer or a communications whiz, but your skills in this area show a lack of attention to detail. I know--we all write here differently than we would in a professional situation because we are in a hurry and/or we are being more casual, but, please, make sure your business-communication skills are better than what is reflected here. I'm not trying to be "mean," but trying to demonstrate why you may not be getting any interviews. You should post your cover letter and resume to these boards, and get some feedback. Good luck! | |
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