How Do You Write An Employer-Free Resume?
If you are embarking on a job search, you are likely updating your resume. For many people, that involves updating contact information for their references. But, what if you have been self-employed for most of your working life? Or, what if you are a student entering the workforce for the first time? If you have never worked for an employer, or have not worked for an employer in many years, you may have some difficulty drafting a standard resume. However, it is possibly to craft a compelling resume without listing any employers. Compile a list your various small businesses or entrepreneurial ventures. Include the years you ran each venture, as well as a title such as co-owner, sole proprietor, CEO or president. Summarize the responsibilities inherent in each role on your list. Be concise, but descriptive. Because you will be acting, in effect, as your own reference if your work history is predominantly in businesses you have owned, you need to showcase the leadership skills and busines
