Stacey A. Gordon, cofounder of Career Incubator, has made it her life's work to help others find the jobs and build the careers of their dreams. In this course, she walks through the basics of resume writing for job seekers, as well as a few extra job search basics such as following up, sending thank-you notes, and identifying companies to work for and determining fit.

Stacey explains what you should include on your resume, what to exclude, and how to craft your resume to showcase your talents and best qualities. Using practical resume examples, Stacey walks through choosing the right resume format, tailoring the information to match job requirements, and writing alternative resumes that include industry-specific information. Last, Stacey shows you how to deal with some common sore spots—like job hopping, lack of experience, or large unemployment gaps—while concentrating on your experience.

Topics include:

• Writing an objective statement
• Adding a summary of skills
• Showcasing your professional work
• Presenting your education
• Customizing your contact information
• Tailoring your resume to fit a job
• Upgrading your resume
• Choosing a resume layout
• Writing resumes for marketing, entertainment, and design jobs
• Handling career gaps and job changes
• Standing out and following up with employers
• Using a resume effectively
• Determining fit at a prospective job
• Finding contacts at companies you want to work for