choosing the right resume format is a
critical part of building a great resume
which is why we're here to help you find
the format that works best for you the
most common format is the chronological
resume this format lists your work
history from your current or most recent
job to your next most recent job and so
on each entry includes your job title
company name and dates of employment
along with your tasks and achievements
this format is a great all-around choice
for most job seekers it's clear reliable
and popular with employers another
format is the functional resume also
known as a skills based resume this
format highlights your skills tasks and
job titles without revealing the dates
of your job history it's important to
note that many hiring managers do not
like this format because they can't use
it to gauge your longevity or how
recently you've used certain skills
nevertheless the functional resume may
work well if you are changing careers or
if you have gaps in your employment
history however if you take the
functional resume and add dates to the
job history
then you have the much more popular
combination resume the combination
resume combines the two previous formats
by listing job skills and experience
while also providing dates of employment
this format works well for many types of
job seekers such as those who have a
diverse skill set are trying to change
careers or have a steady work history
employers like this format because it
focuses on skills and experience while
providing a clear timeline of your job
history
choosing the right format is a big part
of making your resume effective so take
the time to find the type that presents
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