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Yu_Bum_suk



Joined: 25 Dec 2004

PostPosted: Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:33 pm    Post subject: Re: Thanks so much everyone Reply with quote

joe_doufu wrote:
Beau wrote:
You have all been very helpful and encouraging, I thank you! In addition I would like to reiterate my point on never having written a resume, let alone an online one. Could anyone point me in the direction of a online-resume template? Or perhaps just submit a false example of one? It could be filled with "blah blah blah for all I care, I would just like a good layout. Thanks again guys, your help has already been very beneficial.



Joseph Q. Tofu
123 Maple Street
Los Angeles, CA, 90210 USA
tel: (1)555-867-5309
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EDUCATION:

Pepperdine University - Malibu, California
BA, European History, GPA 3.45, 2005
* minor in Japanese
* awarded Dean's List scholarship

EXPERIENCE:

Assistant Manager, 2003-2005
Sandwich Artist, 2001-2003
Subway - Los Angeles, California

Exam Prep Tutor, 2003-2004
Kaplan - Malibu, California
* tutored individuals preparing for TOEFL and SAT exams, one-on-one and in small groups

Tuba Player, 2001-2005
Pepperdine University Marching Band
* leader of a squad of four tubas

ACHIEVEMENTS AND HONORS:

Eagle Scout
Member of ABC Fraternity
Starring role in High School play

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more information and photos at www.mywebsite.com


Damn, beat me to it.
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Beau



Joined: 27 Nov 2005

PostPosted: Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:33 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I formally apologize Joe, based on what you said and what I had seen of a previous post I was under the impression that you had something against Korea. I have misjudged you and made an ass of only myself in the process. Sorry.....and thanks for your help Embarassed
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joe_doufu



Joined: 09 May 2005
Location: Elsewhere

PostPosted: Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:37 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

It's ok. Good cover letter there, YBS. I agree a lot hinges on the photo. You want to look clean-cut, definitely caucasian, but not too "powerful" - I would recommend nice clothes but not a suit. The school that hires you will be showing your photo to the students' mothers to gauge their reaction.
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Beau



Joined: 27 Nov 2005

PostPosted: Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:40 pm    Post subject: Thanks again! Reply with quote

That brings up another thing I hadn't thought of. When I do get a job (I'm being optimistic) is it expected that I wear a suit everyday? Or will simply nice clothes do? I've rarely worn a suit, they're extremely uncomfortable to me (not enough breathing room), but I have nice clothes that I like to wear.
Once again I would like to thank everyone for being so helpful. I am very very grateful!
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joe_doufu



Joined: 09 May 2005
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PostPosted: Mon Nov 28, 2005 6:54 am    Post subject: Re: Thanks again! Reply with quote

Beau wrote:
That brings up another thing I hadn't thought of. When I do get a job (I'm being optimistic) is it expected that I wear a suit everyday?


I expected business casual would be the norm (that is button up shirts or turtlenecks or sweaters on men, with trousers slightly nicer than jeans, everything well-ironed etc and shoes not sneakers). But my school has never once commented on my apparel, even when I tested the waters with t-shirts on particularly hot summer Fridays. So basically there was no dress code, and I started shopping for more casual clothes and dressing more comfortably. I've gotten a little dressier lately but it's because of the cold weather, not work. And... I'm trying out a beard for the first time since I was a teenager... I'll keep you all updated as that progresses!
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Yu_Bum_suk



Joined: 25 Dec 2004

PostPosted: Mon Nov 28, 2005 3:41 pm    Post subject: Re: Thanks again! Reply with quote

Beau wrote:
That brings up another thing I hadn't thought of. When I do get a job (I'm being optimistic) is it expected that I wear a suit everyday? Or will simply nice clothes do? I've rarely worn a suit, they're extremely uncomfortable to me (not enough breathing room), but I have nice clothes that I like to wear.
Once again I would like to thank everyone for being so helpful. I am very very grateful!


There are a lot of threads on this topic. It all depends on where you work. At a hogwan, casual or smart casual is fine. At a high school or uni, smart casual or formal. At an adult academy / business school, suit and tie might be the expectation.
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