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IT work - Jusluvn - 09-11-2020
So I applied for this IT job at a well known company where I live (ive done it work many years ago when I was younger) I'm familiar with the work but my problem is I haven't it done it for a company in a long time, I also dont have a decent resume with good references. How would I go about making a decent resume with references out of nothing?
RE: IT work - mothered - 09-12-2020
Quote:How would I go about making a decent resume with references out of nothing?I assume you want to use fictitious contacts as references?
RE: IT work - Jusluvn - 09-12-2020
(09-12-2020, 03:32 AM)mothered Wrote:Quote:How would I go about making a decent resume with references out of nothing?I assume you want to use fictitious contacts as references?
I was thinking about that. My last IT job was like 7 years ago. Should I just roll with the job gap and tell them or try and play it out
RE: IT work - mothered - 09-12-2020
(09-12-2020, 03:38 AM)B-man Wrote: Should I just roll with the job gap and tell them or try and play it outI've done this a number of times, and they didn't bother checking the timing. As long as the point of contact can be reached and Identified as relevant to your application, then you'll be fine.
Alternatively, you can use a legit company but provide your friend's landline number as a reference. I've also done this with success, however the background noise of the call, must be suited to the job's environment. For Instance, If It's at the office, you obviously can't have dogs barking or babies crying but rather keyboards tapping, workers talking and phones ringing. There's plenty of "office sounds" on YouTube.
RE: IT work - Jusluvn - 09-12-2020
Thank you for the input. Only reason I'm kind of iffy about it is its a really good job that I know id be great at, but like I said dont wanna explain certain things. I plan on just making a decent looking resume and putting people I know as references.
RE: IT work - mothered - 09-12-2020
(09-12-2020, 03:53 AM)B-man Wrote: Thank you for the input. Only reason I'm kind of iffy about it is its a really good job that I know id be great at, but like I said dont wanna explain certain things. I plan on just making a decent looking resume and putting people I know as references.I think you're making a wise decision.
My previous post, Is more to the fact that a resume can be manipulated with Incredible ease.
RE: IT work - Jusluvn - 09-12-2020
I mean worst that can happen is I don't get the job lol. Thank you, always helpful
RE: IT work - mothered - 09-12-2020
(09-12-2020, 05:45 AM)B-man Wrote: I mean worst that can happen is I don't get the job lol. Thank you, always helpfulYou're always welcome.
I wish you all the very best with the Interview and of course, landing the job.
RE: IT work - Jiggly - 09-12-2020
Best of luck with your application! I assume you can submit a cover letter? I'd argue, that's where you want to make yourself stand out. That's exactly what they're for.
RE: IT work - Jusluvn - 09-12-2020
(09-12-2020, 12:11 PM)Jiggly Wrote: Best of luck with your application! I assume you can submit a cover letter? I'd argue, that's where you want to make yourself stand out. That's exactly what they're for.
Yeah, I'm gonna try and come up with something today to send to them. Thanks for luck. Gonna need it for sure lol. This is like a dream job I just randomly was like eh why not.