17 Feb FREE Resume for #RandomActsOfKindnessDay

Today is National #RandomActsOfKindnessDay and each year on February 17^th, National Random Acts of Kindness Day grows in popularity. The movement of  Random Acts Of Kindness inspires people, companies, and organizations every day and it has inspired Integrated Staffing.  So much so, we are providing a RESUME_TEMPLATE_FREE_2021 to celebrate #RandomActsOfKindnessDay. We are hoping that this FREE resume template will help those struggling to get started on their resume creation process.

We have also provided additional guidelines to follow when crafting in your FREE resume template.  Check out our tips and suggestions below:

A resume is a short, typically one to two page, document designed to capture why you are a competitive applicant. Often, a resume is the recruiter’s first impression of you.  It’s a great opportunity to present a clear, concise image of why you are the candidate to interview.

A resume isn’t your LinkedIn profile; it’s not an essay, and it’s not a catalog of everything you’ve ever done since birth. Instead, think about a resume as a one to two page vessel carefully crafted to display your skills and achievements most relevant to your job of choice. Most importantly – you’ve got limited space! Now is a stellar opportunity to showcase your ability to edit, write intentionally, and be detail oriented.

Make it Relevant, but Rich

Your resume’s primary goal is to give an employer a brief but vivid snapshot of you as an applicant. How do you do that? Make sure anyone can easily find all of the most important details in one page. Be sure to include all pertinent experience, but be selective. Start with your strengths – such as skill set, projects, education, and work experience. Highlight your achievements, and not just job titles, throughout (i.e. “successfully designed”).  A Professional Profile is an excellent summary area to provide a quick snapshot of these strengths, skill set, projects, etc.

Formatting Fundamentals (check out our FREE format)

Since you only have an 8.5 x 11 inch sheet to work with, use space and text wisely. Include your contact information (name, email and phone) at the top of your resume. Fonts for your name should be no more than 28 pt. We like names to stand out. Fonts for the body should be 10 pt or 11 pt. If you need extra space to include details about your qualifications, don’t be afraid to adjust the margins. A half inch top margin is appropriate. Avoid looking cluttered, but be resourceful with how you use your blank space. 

Fluff Control

You only have one page to include your talents and experiences, so only share what is pertinent to your goal and the job responsibilities. If you have skills that don’t relate to the job, consider if it is necessary. Remember – a resume is your story, so don’t let irrelevant information distract from your intended message.

Spell Check, Spell Check, Spell Check

You are entering a field where details MATTER.  How perfect and detailed your resume is, is essential. Check spelling, punctuation, and make sure your writing is easy to read. 

Make it Printable (Remember to take your FREE resume template and turn it into a PDF when ready)

Phew…this one’s simple: the preferred file type for resumes is .pdf. This preserves all layout and formatting for viewing and printing. Don’t worry, you don’t need expensive software to create a .pdf file, there are plenty of PDF converters available online.

Link Up!

Make your FREE resume more informative by providing links to your LinkedIn profile, your portfolio, and any other relevant online media. These are often placed at the top with your contact information, or within your skills and experience area.

Customize It  (Note: You can easily modify the FREE resume template to make it your own) 

You resume is a living document, just like you! Keep it up-to date so that it matches your professional growth and job interests. Be sure that it reflects the job to which you are applying (that means taking the time to edit your resume each and every time).

Once you start writing, keep in mind the following resume checklist for additional tips on content and format!

Resume Checklist:

• • Contact Information
  • Professional Profile
  • Work Experience
  • Education Experience
  • Links to online work/profiles (If applicable)
  • Interests (Optional, but encouraged)
  • References (Not necessary, but we did include in this piece in the resume template)
    • If you include in your FREE resume, be sure to notify your reference before giving out their contact information

If you would like more resume tips, check out our blog on 13 Best-Kept-Resumes Secrets. Now for the goods you are seeking…click here for your RESUME_TEMPLATE_FREE_2021.  We hope this FREE resume template is helpful.  If you are looking to continue your job placement process, please call Integrated Staffing or check out our job listings and apply today.

“Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.” (Scott Adams)