Archived Resume Suggestions?

[justpassingthrough]

Hi. I've been with Target since last January, but with the economy improving, it looks like I may have a chance to get back into my previous field. I was just wondering if there are any samples for pointers for writing up my experience at Target.

I've been in presentation the whole time, and while it's been an interesting experience, I think it's time to move on.

Any suggestions or samples would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[BckRmBeast]

A little tough to help out without knowing what field you are trying to get back into.

Hi. I've been with Target since last January, but with the economy improving, it looks like I may have a chance to get back into my previous field. I was just wondering if there are any samples for pointers for writing up my experience at Target.

I've been in presentation the whole time, and while it's been an interesting experience, I think it's time to move on.

Any suggestions or samples would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[justpassingthrough]

I was an attorney, but I have to admit, I'm a bit stumped on this one.

 

[commiecorvus]

I don't know what field you were in before but I'm sure there were skills that you used in your work with plano that would cross over.
Since you always want to use focused resumes for the jobs you are seeking, take those skills and use them in the descriptions.

Quick example, lets say your field is in legal services.
The important things about that job is certainly going to be accuracy, meeting deadlines under pressure, following detailed instructions, and interacting with the public.
Anything about that sound familiar?
They are all things that you did on plano in spades.
So take those things and focus on them.

If you are applying for a different job with other requirements, look at what other aspects of the plano job might fit into that description.
Focus your resume to each job, don't do a one resume fits all.
Also it's best if you have gaps or jobs that don't really fit the story you are trying to tell to use the an experience based resume rather than a linear one.
You'll be filling out an application so they will get all that stuff anyway.
The resume is your chance to sell yourself, not a reason for them to dump you in the trash.

 

[SFSFun]

One of our Backroom TMs got a job as a mid-level manager in the manufacturing industry mostly because of his "logistics" experience at Target.

So depending on what field you plan to go into, use whichever Target experience is most relatable.

 

[buliSBI]

I would only use Target as a filler if your resume isn't long enough. Using retail experience on a resume is almost useless. Most companies want to see what you did in a real career field only not retail.

Then I would only use it in a Employment block only to explain employment between career gaps. If you had any TL experience I would then go into a little bit more detail on your duties.

 

[tgtguy]

Sometimes its all about the wording ...I jokingly say that I am an excess inventory control specialists better known as a backroom team member but the first one just rolls of the tongue better

 

[tarZHAYnotTarGET]

I would only use Target as a filler if your resume isn't long enough. Using retail experience on a resume is almost useless. Most companies want to see what you did in a real career field only not retail.

Then I would only use it in a Employment block only to explain employment between career gaps. If you had any TL experience I would then go into a little bit more detail on your duties.

I don't know who spit in your coffee, but I would say this is absolutely not true.
I had an interview today where I used my Target experience to great effect. The interviewer was a young-ish guy slightly older than me who had previously worked two jobs in retail before starting in his current role.

You can definitely find ways to apply what you learn at Spot elsewhere.

 

[buliSBI]

Unless someone is pushing resumes for another retail position, first-time career, or if retail is all that person's experience, I would not go into great detail about Target.

Most companies today don't give a crap of any retail or food service experience. All they care about is actual career experience or education.

A resume is supposed to be a one page summary of your best jobs/careers, education, and qualities/knowledge.

 

[commiecorvus]

If the job you are going for has skills that you excelled when you worked at Target use it.
If you are going to be dealing with the public in any way then that's worth mentioning.
Even the idea that you can meet tight deadlines with multiple interruptions has value as skill that can be included if that is something that common in the job you are seeking.

 

[Mhugh220]

Start with a copy of your core roles for the position you are in. See if any of the requirements are worth talking about for the job you are seeking. The resume should reflect the skills you have for the exact job you are seeking. You should have a resume for each type of job you are applying for. Use quality bullets and not just filler. It's not what you did but how it impacted the process and store.

Focus on the skills you've obtained and how they can contribute to being a lawyer in their firm. Good Luck!

 

[Jill of All Trades]

From my cover letter: "Most recently, my focus has been management and OTHER JOB. Working in retail management has exposed me to a whole different arena of guest service, but the principles I use for success are the same: meet the guest where they are, determine and anticipate their needs, and deliver an experience that exceeds expectations. I look forward to continuing to learn and grow as a leader and as a service professional with COMPANY" This wording obviously wouldn't work for you since you're not going into another service-oriented job, but the idea is the same- make Target sound like a detour but list skills that apply to both jobs.

 

[paidtosmile]

Keep the work experience on your resume brief. Use bullet points to highlight the core roles of your position that relate to the job you're trying to get. Your cover letter is where you can go into more detail regarding what talents and skills working at Target (and hopefully other companies) has given you, but your resume should just be a brief outline with a few bullet points, since recruiters typically skim through your resume to see if anything sticks out.

 

[Kawi313]

Keep the work experience on your resume brief. Use bullet points to highlight the core roles of your position that relate to the job you're trying to get. Your cover letter is where you can go into more detail regarding what talents and skills working at Target (and hopefully other companies) has given you, but your resume should just be a brief outline with a few bullet points, since recruiters typically skim through your resume to see if anything sticks out.

Word has great templates that will help you with this.

 

[sigma7]

Word has great templates that will help you with this.

My suggestion as far as using templates...

They are a great place to start, but make it your own. Lots of people use the Word templates. Start with one and customize it. Recruiters and hiring managers get bored with seeing the same looking resume over and over. And for the love of all that is good in the world... Proofread and spell check your resume several times, then have someone you trust look over it to. Do not give out resumes that have poor grammar, spelling, or structure. They will be passed over.

 

[signingminion]

Unless someone is pushing resumes for another retail position, first-time career, or if retail is all that person's experience, I would not go into great detail about Target.

Most companies today don't give a crap of any retail or food service experience. All they care about is actual career experience or education.

A resume is supposed to be a one page summary of your best jobs/careers, education, and qualities/knowledge.

McDonald's has one if the best management training routines in business. That's a fact. Which is why it's on my resume, cause I cleaned up as a shift lead, and have the professional contacts to back me up. It's gotten me countless call backs and several kick ass jobs. Target didn't care about anything but that I made more flipping burgers than they could offer.

 

[Amly_221B]

Any advice on how to word my skills so they sound better? So far I just have what I do listed, but "cashier" or "answer phones" doesn't really sound like much. My only job experience is in retail so I have nothing to list but that. -_- My college degree hasn't been of much use sadly.

 

[Sickofspot]

Any advice on how to word my skills so they sound better? So far I just have what I do listed, but "cashier" or "answer phones" doesn't really sound like much. My only job experience is in retail so I have nothing to list but that. -_- My college degree hasn't been of much use sadly.

What about mentioning ringing up transactions, handling money, giving great guest service? Also, if you work as operator at times, mention operating the store's switchboard. It is all in how you word it. Trust me, I am finally getting out very soon. I had a friend help me with the wording on my resume, and I keep getting calls and emails. Take a look at your job's core roles and maybe try re-translating them. I hope that helps.

 

[buliSBI]

McDonald's has one if the best management training routines in business. That's a fact. Which is why it's on my resume, cause I cleaned up as a shift lead, and have the professional contacts to back me up. It's gotten me countless call backs and several kick ass jobs. Target didn't care about anything but that I made more flipping burgers than they could offer.

Definitely mention any management or leadership training, and possibly guest/customer relations.