Advanced Resume Concepts ::: One Resume, Six Formats

MS Word view format	How a word-processed resume is used: When mailing your resume (traditional mail) When faxing your resume During an interview During networking As an email attachment (when requested) *Who needs this format?* Most job seekers need a hard copy format for mailing, faxing, and interviewing. *Additional information:* MS Word Format

Text With Breaks view this format	How a text resume with breaks is used: Cut and pasted into online forms Cut and pasted into email window Used to create a Web resume *Who needs this format?* Job seekers who are asked to submit their resume electronically by email or pasted into an online form. *Additional information:* ASCII with Breaks

Text with No Breaks view this format	How a text resume with no breaks is used: Cut and pasted into online forms Cut and pasted into email messages Used to create a Web resume *When to use this format:* When you are directed to submit your resume online When you are asked to send your resume by email *Additional information:* ASCII with no breaks

PDF (Portable Document File) view this file	How a PDF resume is used: As an email attachment As a download on a Web resume / Web portfolio *Who needs this format?* This format should be used only when requested This format is ideal for printing, as it is compatible with all systems and printers *Additional information:* PDF Format

Web Resume / HTML Resume view this format	How a web resume is used: During an active job search (typically used with other formats) During a passive job search As a proactive career marketing tool for contractors and consultants To market a solo practice *Additional information:* Web Resumes

Web Portfolio view this format	How a web portfolio is used: During an active job search (used with other formats) During a passive job search As a proactive career marketing tool *Additional information:* Web Portfolios