Calling cards are:
  • a mini-resume measuring 3" x 5"
  • an effective work search tool

Calling cards can be used as:

  • an attachment to an application form
  • a summary for the employer before an interview
  • an attachment to a thank you note
  • an attachment to a resume
  • a marketing tool shared with friends and family to give to others

Constructing a calling card:

Name Telephone No.
Position:
Description of skills, training and abilities:
  • years of experience in a field or doing a particular task
  • training that matches the requirements of the job
  • examples of how well you've performed in the past
  • statements that link your qualifications to the employer's needs
Value-added, pithy statements
Personal Qualities

Sample:

Shawna Dawn (604)000-0000

Position:  General Office (Clerical)

Two years experience and one year of training in office procedures.  Certificates in Business Office Management Procedures and Customer Service.  Good interpersonal skills. Type 90wpm.  Trained in general ledger, handle payables, receivables and most accounting tasks.  Daily deposits average $6,000 weekly.  Can meet deadlines and handle pressure well.

Born 1988. Reliable transportation. Non-smoker. 

Organized, cheerful, honest, reliable.
 

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