Wednesday, September 04, 2013

We're Hiring Again, which means more Resumes!

There are many things I like about being a Supervisor. But really I prefer not to be a supervisor - too many 'HR' related things involved that are a big bummer.  I'd rather be everyone's coworker so we can all just work together.

But what I really don't like about being a Supervisor is hiring & training a new employee. I try to be positive about the experience, so I look forward to reviewing Resumes. (see original Now Hiring post).  I always get a good laugh. 

One word, people:  Proofread!!

Here's a few little treasures I found in this round of Resume review:

Do you see this picture?  I actually received this picture as a .jpg attachment. I did crop the name out, but everything else is in original format. It's cut off on the sides, bottom, etc.  It's dark.  It has been crossed-through & written on. It's just not appropriate!! 



• ‘I possess an encyclopedic memory’


• ‘Objective: obtain a respective career….’

• ‘I could improve your website 100% in 24 hours’ (really? We just spent $7,500 & 3 months with a professional company redesigning our website. I seriously doubt you can fulfill this promise).

• ‘Mission Statement: To Ensure and Maintain Excellence for my Achievements while Inspiring Excellence in Others.’

• ‘Duties inclusive but not limited to all areas pertaining to mangerial work.’

• ‘GPA: 3.0 Degree: credit completation’  (wth is completation??)

• ‘Objective- I want to find an exploring career to retire from….’

Fortunately, I have received some referrals for the position so I don't have to rely upon these Craiglist resumes.   If you are looking for a job, please PLEASE have someone Proofread your resume. 

1 comment:

Jenny said...

A test of your patience, I'm sure. Maintain a sense of humor, it will see you far through life. Laugh a lot. It's good for your lungs. xo Mom