Resume Magic: Trade Secrets of a Professional Resume Writer

by Susan Britton Whitcomb

Filled with "before and after" resume examples that not only teach the author's special techniques but also show why they work, "Resume Magic" divulges the secrets of better resume writing from an expert with more than a decade of experience producing powerful, effective resumes.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Reference

350 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1998

Reviews

[Grace Segal]

This is an excellent and important resource.

Anyone who does not have confidence in their resume can benefit from reading this book and following the author’s recommendations. Many examples. Worksheets.

[Madeline]

This was a DNF. I stumbled across this because it was currently available through my library, and I thought I might learn some new things. If you’re at the very beginning of your career, this might have helpful tools for you.

[Muhammed Umar]

A useful guidebook for writing resumes for all levels

[Sulayne]

I loved the examples offered by the author and the tips and advice were useful and timely. This is a wonderful resource for anyone looking to revamp their resume!

[Anne]

Great reference book for job hunters. Whatever industry, educational level or experience you have as an applicant, you will find the most effective way to present your resume with this book. The book is well-organized, very in-depth and contains just about anything you are looking for when you're writing/tweaking your resume - from cover letters, job search, up to how do be found in databases that scan resumes. I was able to tweak my resume while following the guidelines in this book. In a tough job market, you really need some "magic" on your resume to get an interview and this book delivers that.

[Marie]

Not the greatest for health professionals. Would love to see some additional advice on their website for us. Also, would like more information on their website on how to do some of the formatting they show.

[Alycia]

Great resume book! Good formatting ideas.

[Evelyn]

It has some good pointers on resumes.

[Amber]

Not very helpful for social work/psychology/fields less concerned with money and profits...

[Ravi]

Probably the most comprehensive book out there for resume preparation. I junked my previous resumes and templates and began afresh with guidance from this book with excellent results.

[Mills College Library]

650.142 W581 2010