Write Lightning is a blog from writer Deb Thompson.
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(Some links or topics may not be completely kid-appropriate.)
Everyone is welcome here.
(Some links or topics may not be completely kid-appropriate.)
Mon, Apr 04 2005
Job History As Story
A tip of the Stetson goes to Dan over at Get That Job! for a pointer to an article at Hot Jobs written by Liz Ryan of Business Week Online. Ryan suggests that job seekers consider making their resume read a bit more like a story.
I started thinking that this might also be a good jumping-off place when introducing a new fictional character into a story or when trying to get to know a character's mindset a little better. I often use the technique of "interviewing" a character, but I've never had a character write his or her own resume. That particular technique would allow a peek into how the character portrays his or her past accomplishments.
That being said, Get That Job! is not intended as fiction. Dan focuses on real job-hunting tips for real job seekers. I recommend his blog even to those of you who are currently working. A better job could be just around the corner.
posted at: 07:53 | category: /Writing Life | link to this entry
A tip of the Stetson goes to Dan over at Get That Job! for a pointer to an article at Hot Jobs written by Liz Ryan of Business Week Online. Ryan suggests that job seekers consider making their resume read a bit more like a story.
I started thinking that this might also be a good jumping-off place when introducing a new fictional character into a story or when trying to get to know a character's mindset a little better. I often use the technique of "interviewing" a character, but I've never had a character write his or her own resume. That particular technique would allow a peek into how the character portrays his or her past accomplishments.
That being said, Get That Job! is not intended as fiction. Dan focuses on real job-hunting tips for real job seekers. I recommend his blog even to those of you who are currently working. A better job could be just around the corner.
posted at: 07:53 | category: /Writing Life | link to this entry
