Creating your own resume takes a great deal of time and effort. You need to gather the information you plan to include in the resume and then organize this information according to the ASCENT guidelines. You should create a generic resume that describes your qualifications and experience. You can then modify the resume to suit the specific requirements of each position you apply for. Follow the steps below to write and format a resume.

1. Find a job posting to which you wish to respond. You can use the same posting you analyzed in the Practice exercise if you wish.

2. Determine your objective. Think about how your skills will help the company that employs you. Refer to the sample objectives provided in this project and then enter your objective in the box below.

3. In the table below, list the components related to your educational background, starting with your most recent school or college. Note the name of the institution, the certificate or degree you received, and a selection of the courses relevant to the type of work you are seeking.

4. In the table below, list the details related to your work experience. Use parallel structure when listing your responsibilities; that is, make sure that each element uses the same grammatical structure. For example, you can start each point with a verb, such as maintain, manage, or use, and then follow it with the relevant object, for example, maintain company records and use Microsoft Word 2007 to create promotional materials.

Make sure you use the appropriate tense: present tense for your current position and past tense for former positions.

5. In the table below, describe any volunteer experience and awards you have.

6. Start a blank document in Word, and then save it as My Resume.
7. Type your name and format it attractively, then enter and enhance the appropriate contact information. Don’t forget to include your e-mail address and your Web site address, if you have them. Adjust the line and paragraph spacing as needed.
8. Refer to the sample resume included in this project and then create your resume.
Adjust line and paragraph spacing as needed, and set right tabs for the dates.
9. Format the major headings in the resume (for example, Objective, Work Experience, and so on) with the Heading 1 style. Modify the Heading 1 style to use the paragraph spacing, font style, and effects you prefer. You can choose to include a border line below the heading if you wish.
10. Format information in the resume clearly and consistently. Avoid using unusual fonts and effects.
11. Fit the resume to one page, check spelling and grammar, print a copy, and then save and close the document.

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