[austechwriter] Re: Resumes - should interests be included
- From: Warren Lewington <wjlewington@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: austechwriter@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Wed, 02 Jul 2003 09:59:32 +1000
It is not a bad idea to include some information about who you are in a
portfolio, because it assists in establishing some sort of relationship
with a potential colleague.
I have a portfolio which I take to interviews. The first page is a
picture of me rock climbing through a roof (it is a well known climbing
route in western Victoria). In so far as describing the type of
personality I am, that photo captures "me" very well. However I would
not include photos of myself motor racing (unless I was applying for a
job in motor racing again, in which case I would include nothing else
about "me", because motor racing is a 14 day week).
Remember. The purpose of the photo is to create an effect, it's a buy
line, if they don't notice it, keep to the point. If they spend minutes
asking about it, answer and put them back onto the point, (the job
interview).
But be careful, a party animal photo is not what I am talking about!
Don't include information about religious beliefs, political
persuasions, medical conditions, AGE, or memberships to "non-mainstream"
associations that might trigger discomfort. Overt discrimination is
prohibited, so it is now far more subtle.
An example: I was helping a mate dig trenches recently. Another of his
mates was there. This guy is a manager, an employer of people. When he
found out I was a Freemason, he had a go at me for burning black
children on stakes. He was also 'concerned' that I am a christian too.
Of course those two facets of my life indicate I value honesty,
integrity, people and being a better person more highly than power and
position. But he is always impressed that Tim and I can rock climb,
which (sic) is way beyond the comprehension of his tiny, little, mind.
The rock climbing indicates I am probably a little bit mad, but it
impresses people; go figure it.
Being an active member of an industry association is an excellent piece
of PR too. It enables the employer to believe that your life is your
work. They like that stuff, gives them a warm and fuzzy feeling, related
to making more money...
HTH.
Warren.
-----Original Message-----
From: austechwriter-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:austechwriter-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Kathy Menzel
Sent: Wednesday, 2 July 2003 8:54 AM
To: 'austechwriter@xxxxxxxxxxxxx'
Subject: [austechwriter] Re: Resumes - should interests be included
Hi Melanie
I'd say a definite yes. It helps gives the employer a clearer picture
of
you before you get to interview. Interests can say a lot about who you
are
e.g motivated, social, team player, introverted etc.
Some employers won't care, but its been my experience that the ones I'd
like
to work for look favourably upon resumes that clearly state the desired
skills/experience as well as giving an insight into the type of person
you
are. They prefer to interview/hire candidates that lead an active and/or
involved life outside of the office, over those who don't, even if some
of
your interests might be somewhat "on the edge".
Cheers and good luck.
Kathy
-----Original Message-----
From: Melanie Dixon [mailto:meldixon@xxxxxxxxxxx]
Sent: Wednesday, 2 July 2003 8:03
To: austechwriter@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [austechwriter] Resumes - should interests be included
Morning all,
My company sent the employees it retrenched on a three day job seeking
course.
The consultant running the course gave us a template with a layout and
headings of things that were expected to be included in a resume.
One of the headings was 'Interests'. I stopped putting this heading in
my
resume a few years ago. I've never felt any potential employer was
interested.
What do other people think?
Cheers,
Melanie
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