Every word on your resume, even those listed in your extra sections, should paint the picture of you on your next job.
Anything Missing?
Other headings that might appear on your resume version Exhibitions,Research, Lectures, Licenses, and Certifications. Cruise through the many resumes in Appendix B to see how various professionals have presented their laundry lists of achievements.
On the Line
It’s time to get your lists in order. Use the following worksheet to jot down what laundry lists you might have on your resume and what you’ll call each section. You’re not expected to have all these sections on your resume, so if one doesn’t work for you, skip it and go on to the next one.
Job-Hunt Hint
If you’re questioning whether to add another section to your resume, weigh the pros and cons. Does it warrant the extra space it will take, especially if it means the resume will spill onto a second page?
Laundry List Worksheet
Education
Other name I might give this section:
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Community Service
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Professional Affiliations
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Publications
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Awards
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Computer Skills
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Laundry list for this section:
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Personal Pursuits
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Laundry with for demo section:
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Other Sections
The name for this section:
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Laundry list for this section:
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Excellent! You’ve now completed the contents of your resume.
Bonus Check
After you create your laundry-list sections, prioritize them on your resume so that the most important and relevant list comes immediately after your Work History section (on a functional resume) or Professional Experience section (on a chronological resume).
