Tip Sheet: Chronological Resume
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What is The chronological résumé is the most common type of resume format and preferred by
employers, presenting information in a timeline approach. This type of resume works best
the
purpose? when the individual has a solid work history and directly related to the job goal.
A chronological resume starts by listing your work history with the most recent position listed
first. Your jobs are listed in reverse chronological order with your current, or most recent job,
first:
What to
include?
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List information in reverse chronological order, most recent first
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Emphasizes job duties and highlights a steady work history
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Not suited for job seekers changing careers
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Choose another format only if the chronological resume does not allow you to market
your skills effectively (shows gaps in your work history
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Job Title: create an relevant or accurate one if you had none
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Name of company or organization and location (city, province)
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If you are self-employed or ran your own business, refer to it by its proper name and your
official title. For example, you could write:
How to
write this
style?
o
Owner/Manager, KLM Perfect Plus Cleaning, New Westminster, BC or
o
Proprietor, Residential Perfect Plus Cleaning Service, New Westminster, BC
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Dates, beginning and terminating (for full-time, on-going positions of at least one year, it is
not necessary to include a reference to the months)
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3 – 6 bulleted accomplishment based statements, refer to Tip Sheet: Writing
Accomplishment Based Statements
Examples
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Select a format that showcases your skills and experiences as they relate to the employer’s requirements
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