WorkBloom features over 300 resume examples from various industries and professions. This section is intended to show you that there is a multitude of ways you can write, structure or format your resume.
Click on the links below to be redirected to the resume samples for the specified industries. From there, you will be able to go through the text version of the resumes, as well as see an image of the formatted resumes.
For help writing your resume, go to the Resume Center and choose the specific aspects of resume writing that you would like to improve upon.
If you are not familiar with resume writing, we recommend you read the articles on how to write a resume, how to format a resume and how to structure a resume.
We also feature articles on how to create a portfolio for your job search. For some professions, a job application should include all three: a cover letter, a resume, and a portfolio.
If you've decided to write your resume yourself, one of the first things you've probably done (and this may explain why you're reading this) is to browse the Web for resume samples, resume examples, or resume templates. After all, why reinvent the wheel? It doesn't hurt to see what others have done, right? Actually, looking at other resumes may do you more harm than good, if you're not ready.
Looking at other resume samples should not be a shortcut to writing your resume, but instead should be done to validate what you've written. Writing a resume takes time. You need to reflect on your education, accomplishments, work experience, etc., and put all this together in a way that is coherent and compelling. You don't need external input at this stage yet.
Once you are done with a good draft of your resume, then you may go online, see what others have done and compare your resume. What have others done that you like or dislike? Where can you improve your resume? Looking at other resume examples when you are done with a draft of your resume will allow you to be more critical.
Go back to your draft and rework your resume. Did you miss a section? Can you improve your summary of qualifications? Did you sell yourself enough? How does the layout of your resume compare with others? Spend the time it takes to revamp your resume and make it perfect.
The time you spend working on your resume is not wasted. It will increase your odds of being called for an interview and, once there, it will help you be more genuine and authentic as you talk about yourself and your accomplishments.
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