Do you have a folder for your resume? If not I recommend that you get one. It is an opportunity to stand out of the crowd. Remember you are trying to become not only memorable but unforgettable. By placing your resume in a resume folder you are saying that you take care and forethought in presenting yourself.
I suggest getting a resume folder that is color coordinated with your resume. I like to use Ivory 20 to 24 pound bonded paper. If you go to an office supply store you will be able to purchase a matching resume folder. Why do I suggest Ivory over White colored paper? Ivory color is easier on the eyes of the reader. It is your goal to make your correspondence, cover letter and resume as easy to read as possible.
If you are on an interview you want to ensure that you have a least five copies of your resume with you. Why? You do not know how many people you will be interviewing with. You would like to give each person a copy of your resume. Asking that the interviewers make copies of your resume says to the interviewer that you came unprepared. Do you want that to be the impression you leave with the interviewer? I do not think so.
Being prepared means that you also have copies of your references. Why? Your interview might go so well they may make you the offer and ask you for them. You may be asked to complete an application for employment and they want to do a background check. Either way you are prepared and do not have to think about who you would use and what their correct contact information.
Being prepared for the interview will only work to your benefit in the long run. Feel free to add your comments below. I enjoy hearing from you and answering any questions you may have.
I’ve been interviewing a number of people lately. The job requires samples. Some come with nothing. Some come with ridiculous stuff. I like when one actually brought her laptop to show me the samples. Another printed out her samples and labled them for me. Another brought samples in a spiral-bound book. Those are definitely people who stand out!
These days there are way too many people competing with you for a job, everything thing you do, like using a resume folder, can help – it sets you apart!
Great advice as usual Kevin – and congrats on finishing the blog challenge.
Gwen
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Gwen,
Thanks so much for your comment and willingness to share. It was great to meet you as a blog challenge member and I look forward to keeping in touch. Love reading your blog as well.
Be well,
Kevin
Hello,
I am preparing for an executive administrative position and I definately would like to set my self apart from the rest. I am going to have alot of competition and I would like to know do you recommend any additonal information that I can include in my resume folder to set my self apart even more.
Thank you and look forward to hearing from you.
J. Thurmond
Hi Joni,
Be sure to include your accomplishments. Make a list of the things that you are proudest of and develop concise stories to talk about them. Work those stoires into the interview and that will help to separate you from your competition.
Best of luck to you,
Kevin