How to Make a Resume in 3 Easy Steps

There is always an easier way to do difficult tasks. When it comes to writing resumes, you no longer need to go through the difficult process of deciding how to make a resume that is both detailed and well-formatted. Using the various pre-formatted resume templates available, you can now write a resume in no time at all.

Choose, download and edit. That's all you need to do to create your own professional resume. Let's get started!

Step 1: Choose

Simply choose the resume template you want. Whether you are a student who's about to make your first ever resume, a fresh graduate who's getting started with your application or an experienced professional who just wants to update an existing resume, we've got you covered.

You can always improve your chances of being shortlisted by creating a resume that stands out. Yes, it may be all about your qualifications at the end of the day but you'd also want a resume that calls for attention versus something that the hiring manager can willingly ignore. And if you want to know how to make a resume that just screams "READ ME!" without spending too much time and effort, then you've come to the right place.

With a number of sample resume formats available, you have the freedom to choose and decide how you'd like your resume to look. From a simple bulleted resume to the more stylized ones, there will no longer be any reason for you to have another boring resume.

Step 2: Download

Now that you have chosen the resume template you want, go ahead and download it. Each sample resume format or template is downloadable. The good news is, you don't have to limit yourself to just one resume template. We understand that it may take a few tries before you can find the perfect style of resume that is why all our resume samples can be downloaded for free!

Upon clicking the download link, you will receive a Word Template (.dotx) file which you can use to make your resume. Having a Word Template file (.dotx) allows you to create multiple versions of your resume without making any changes on the original file. Remember that the format of the online copy and the actual Word Template file may have small variations due to the difference in file type.

For the more creative types, the resumes also come in .psd file type. The Photoshop Document version of the resumes gives way for more customization. You can work on separate layers, add or remove elements and give it your own unique touch to create a more personalized resume.

Step 3: Edit

After downloading your chosen template/s, you can now start editing it. Note that the names, addresses and other details on the resume template are merely fictional. When editing the template, include your own personal details and other relevant information by following the format provided. In a way, you are also learning how to make a resume while actually creating one.

Because what you have is an actual template, the text formatting will apply automatically. However, you still have the flexibility to edit and make the necessary adjustments on the template. For example, if there is a need to add an additional entry under the "Technical Skills" or "Work Experience", then you are free to do so. Same goes when you want to remove a specific section on the template.

When editing the resume template, make sure that you edit each part carefully. The goal is to completely replace the pre-existing information on the template with your own. The last thing that you want to happen is to have your information mixed in with the original details included in the sample resume format.

Writing your resume has never been this easy. Now that you've learned how to make a resume in just three easy steps, you can spend more time applying for a job.

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