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An Evaluation Of The Resume Content Recommendations Of Resume Writing Books
Document Type
Article
Journal/Book/Conference Title
Reference Librarian
Volume
16
Issue
36
First Page
153
Last Page
171
Abstract
Self-help resume writing books can enable resume writers to make informed decisions concerning appropriate resume content. Librarians who endeavor to meet the career information needs of job seekers have a responsibility to maintain the quality of the resume writing books in library collections. This study utilized the resume content preferences of personnel administrators to explore whether a sample of resume writing books made appropriate resume content recommendations for college graduates seeking entry-level positions. Analysis revealed that the resume books recommended including the resume content items that were preferred by the personnel administrators. However, rather than recommending definite exclusion or inclusion of item personnel administrators referred not to see on resumes, the books tended not to mention these items or made conditional recommendations. The implications of the major research findings are discussed and additional research is recommended. © 1992 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.
Department
Rod Library
Original Publication Date
1-1-1992
DOI of published version
10.1300/J120v16n36_14
Recommended Citation
Weeg, Barbara E., "An Evaluation Of The Resume Content Recommendations Of Resume Writing Books" (1992). Faculty Publications. 4502.
https://scholarworks.uni.edu/facpub/4502