Creating a resume from scratch can be a real chore. It takes time gathering work history dates, job descriptions, and educational information and then putting it all down on paper. The library can help with the last step; dressing it up to make a good first impression. All it takes is using a new resume program on the Bossier Libraries website called Cypress Resume.
Cypress will guide you through three simple steps to create a professional looking resume. First, select a resume style: Strictly Business or Editor’s Choice. Fill in the required fields. Go to step two and plug in the job title you are seeking. Step three, choose a pre-written job statement. Do not forget the cover letter and reference page.
Technical Services manager Teresa Rice says, “If a patron is in the library, they will not need a login. However, you will want to create a user profile.” Doing this will enable you to make changes to the document or even remove it at a later time. You can also publish your resume to the Web if you like.
Working from your home computer using your library card, you can access the resume program from the library’s homepage at www.bossierlibrary.org. Click on the link on the main homepage to get started.
As with many things going the extra mile will increase your chances of success. Book it to the Bossier Libraries to get started on a winning resume.
Make a note:
- Aulds Library is offering free art classes to kids ages 9-12 years on Saturday, September 28 from 10 a.m. to noon. Call (318) 742-2337 to make a reservation.
- Koran Library announces Lapsit Story Time on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. for ages 6 months to 3 years beginning September 25 through October 30.
- Haughton Library Lapsit Story Time is on Mondays at 10 a.m. for ages 0-3 years.
- East 80 Library Pre-School Story Time takes place on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. for ages 3-5 years.
- Benton Pre-School Story Time is on Fridays at 10 a.m. for ages 3-5 years.
- Can’t make Story Time? Bossier Central and Aulds Libraries will have their stories and crafts available everyday for parents and children to read and complete together. Stop by at your convenience.
New Books
Fiction
“The Color Master” by Aimee Bender
“Grace Unplugged” by Melody Carlson
“Macrieve: Immortals After Dark Series” by Kresley Cole
“Sea Creatures” by Susan Daniel
“Claire of the Sea Light” by Edwidge Danticat
“Complound Murder” by Bill Crider
“Necessary Lies” by Diane Chamberlain
“Buried” by Kendra Elliot
“& Sons” by David Gilbert
“Archie Meets Nero Wolfe” by Robert Goldsborough
Nonfiction
“The Message of You” by Judy Carter
“One Question: Life-changing Answers from Today’s Leading Voices” by Ken Coleman
“Not a Fan” by Kyle Idleman
“Raising Digital Families for Dummies” by Amy Lupold Bair
“Keep it Pithy” by Bill O’Rielly
“50 Ways to Protect Your Identity” by Steve Weisman
“Secrets of an Orgainzed Mom” by Barbara Reich
“Turn the Ship Around” by L. David Marquet
“Staying Power” by Rachel Adelson
“The Design Cookbook” by Kelly Edwards
Vickie Hardin is Outreach Specialist for the Bossier Parish Library. She can be reached at vhardin@state.lib.la.us
