Writing a resume after being fired

Writing a resume after being fired Theres often nothing more shocking than being fired from a job. Not only is it difficult to lose an income, but the stigma attached to it can be difficult to overcome. For some, the idea of applying for a new job after being fired can be overwhelming. How do you tell a prospective employer that your old employer decided to let you go? There are ways to create a resume that doesnt rain on an already-muddy situation. Lets take a look at three tips to help you make the most of this circumstance. 1. Zero In On Your Accomplishments Its now time to focus more than ever on what youve accomplished in your careerâ€"even at the last job, assuming your time there wasnt all bad. You want to zero in on all of the ground you made every day as an employee with each company and focus on the how you made a difference (initiated projects, set up new systems, made life easier for the company). The more you have to talk about, the better. This way, when the topic of being fired comes up, your good may balance out the bad. 2. Get Some Testimonials If youve never added testimonials to a resume, nows a good time to try it. A testimonial is similar to what you might see in an ad for a product. It offers a very short quote from someone (name and title included) who highly recommends you and/or your work. Its great to get testimonials from recognizable figures with the companies youve worked for. Adding 2-3 testimonials, in addition to a link to your LinkedIn page with recommendations could give a voice to your abilities as a hard worker. 3. Be Honest About Everything Its extremely important that you be honest about everything on your resume, including your education, time worked with every employer and accomplishments within each job. While you wont need to list that you were fired on your resume, its possible that it could come out at some stage in the process and you certainly dont want any discrepancies to paint a negative picture of you. Remember, being fired isnt the end of the world. Many people are hired by new companies after being fired from old ones. So take time to write a great resume that highlights your strengths, accomplishments and supports your great work ethic and results. Global resume authority Jessica Hernandez of http://www.greatresumesfast.com is a former HR Manager who partners with professional- and executive-level candidates to create authentic, branded resumes and cover letters.  An international resume columnist and resume expert for JobTalkAmerica radio, her work opens doors to lucrative positions at Fortune 500 companies.