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HELP!!!!
OK here's the situation: last year when i was laid off, i sent resumes to EVERYONE AND EVERYWHERE that i would like to work, hoping i would get a bite. last week, i went pick up some instruments at this non profit (they were donated to us) and this happens to be one of the places that i sent my resume to. while there, one of the girls asked me if i had ever found a job and told me the executive director position is opening. THIS IS MY ABSOLUTE DREAM JOB! although i would definitely be heartbroken to leave my current teaching position because i love it, i cannot pass up this opportunity and i am bringing in my resume this week.
i think i have a fairly good shot at this position because of my degrees and because of my background in music and arts. plus, my DH does alot of pro bono work for them and they just love him, so that cant possibly hurt right? the organization is one that brings international acts to perform here and also does alot of programs for school age children. and also, the mere fact that the girl remembered me and my resume from a year ago has got to be good right?
so here's my question. i am such a dumb azz when it comes to resume writing. what do i write as the objective? since you ladies are so awesome at helping others with resume questions and interview stuff, i figured this would be the best place to ask!
visually my resume is absolutely top notch because i know this designer (wink wink) that made it amazing for me. also if anyone would proof read it for me that would be swell. thank you so much in advance!?
Re: HELP!!!!
Sorry I am no help with a resume. I always go to one of my friends. I dont believe I have an objective on my resume. I got a few jobs with it too.
I say go for this opportunity. That would be great if you could get this position.
Avoid the tremendously outdated practice of putting an objective statement on your resume. Instead, a short summary should be used to encapsulate your brand value and save valuable reading time on the part of recruiters.
For the most part, objectives sound insincere and, worse, can limit your options. Let your cover letter do the talking when it comes to why you want that particular job. And remember, each cover letter and resume should be individually tailored to a specific job posting -- not just a specific field. In this case its easy since this is your dream job. Taking an interest in the specifics of the job makes you look professional and focused and not like you are mass-emailing anyone who might hire you.
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