The damn good resume guide: a crash course in resume writing

Ten steps to writing a great resume. Step 1. Choose a job objective

Step 2. Find out what skills, knowledge, and experience are needed

Step 3. Choose a resume format

Step 4. Make a list of past jobs

Step 5. List your skills and accomplishments

Step 6. Create action statements

Step 7. Arrange your action statements

Step 8. List your education, training, and professional development

Step 9. Summarize your key points

Step 10. Polish and proof

Sample resumes

Appendix A. Action verbs

Appendix B. Informational interviewing

Appendix C. Social networking

Appendix D. Customizing your resume

Appendix E. Cover letters and cover emails.