I left my last job in 1999 to stay home with my children. It has been 9 years and I would like to apply for a christmas job at a local department store. What should I put down for job experience since it has been so long.
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Put any job experience that you had prior to staying home with your children. But on your cover letter, say that you have been staying home with your children since 1999. Explain why you had to do it (and leave the world of employment) as briefly as possible.
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You might consider going with a combination resume format (http://thejoblab.com/savvy.htm ) rather than the traditional chronological resume format. This will give you an opportunity to highlight your skills and experiences - regardless of where you acquired them. For instance: Maybe you headed up a fundraising committee by taking charge of the bake sale at your child's school; organized field trips; or ran your local PTA. Write about your experiences in relation to the needs of the employer. Use strong accomplishment statements. Best wishes in your job search! Roxanne Ravenel http://thejoblab.com/savvy.htm
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