It's been a challenge to find time for blogging since I came to Columbus. I'm finally comfortable in my new place, and I have two job interviews coming up.
Knowing I was going to have to go back to work shortly after my arrival in Columbus, I started planning how I was going to go about job hunting. I did all the normal tasks we do when job hunting: updated my resume, put together a bio, gathered references, listed my skills, achievements, volunteer work and more. UGH! It had to be shortened. Hiring firms don't want your life history, and there's a lot of resume info at age 66!
Surfing the internet for sample resumes didn't help. It was frustrating, so I came up with own format. Here's what "rules" I created and followed.
1. You need more than one resume. Don't use the same resume for each job you apply for, that's not going to get you noticed. What will get you noticed is creativity. Please keep reading!
2. You do not need to list your jobs in chronological order. List the jobs that are most similar to the job you are trying to land. I listed two jobs, then added a paragraph below those listings. I'm not going to share my exact words, but here's an example:
My other work history includes but is not limited Sr Programmer for MyTime Inc; Sr Claims Processor at ZZ Top Insurance; Sales Representative at Ozzie's Hardware; Ambassador for the Desert Tours in Southern Nevada; Owner and Operator of XYZ Company, specializing in resume writing.
Personal References and Achievements provided upon request.
3. In cases where the company requested a second document, I uploaded my document called "Profile". This isn't the typical profile you find on the internet. It contains a couple accomplishments that are not work related. Maybe you took a pottery class or you did volunteer work for a food bank. If you haven't done any community volunteer work, find something! It looks great on your resume.
This document can be for your goals and ambitions too, but make it short and sweet.
4. Always spellcheck your documents before you upload or finalize it. If you look bad on paper, you won't get to first base.
The above steps opened doors for two interviews! Check back for results.
Some of My Job Shades
I've had many job titles and have done various types of volunteer work over the years. Some of my titles include Sr Programmer, Claims Examiner, Fitness Instructor, Dental Technician, Beauty Advisor, and Travel Agent, and that's just a few. Remember, I'm 66 years old and I started working as a teenager. I have recreated myself many times.
Turkey Tips & Brine
Brine - salty water that has been used to preserve a specified food.
"the classic dirty martini includes a few drops of olive brine"
Did you know? Your turkey should be at room temperature for an hour before you stuff it. The stuffing should also be at room temperature.
Tips for Stuffing a Turkey(I may try this, I'm not making stuffing.)
When you shouldn't stuff your turkey:
1. You’re short on time. A stuffed turkey can take up to an extra hour to roast.
2. You plan to brine your turkey. The brine solution may make your stuffing taste too salty. However, if you brine, your turkey will have a lot more flavor
See you next time!
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