Response to Melissa Bonneville's chapter 2 blog

I haven't made a resume either since high school and have to admit when I did write it I was more interested in what I had to offer then thinking about how to layout my resume with the reader (employer) in mind. I also did believe we were supposed to offer our references upon request as well. It makes sense to include them though because your references should re-enforce the ethos you are presenting to them about yourself. I also always thought that the reason your resume should be one paged is because when showing your work history it is better to see how long a person was with a company rather then how many jobs you have had. My parents always said it didn't look as good to have seven different jobs with little time spent with each company. Employers want to know that you are going to be dedicated and not jump around all the time. Melissa makes a good point and book did as well. At one point our resumes will be scanned depending on the company, and it will be extremely important to know what your key words should and will be. If you don't your application will be passed over.