“My intensity and focus are at inordinately high levels, and my ability to complete projects on time is unspeakable.”
“Thank you for your consideration. Hope to hear from you shorty!”
“Enclosed is a ruff draft of my resume.”
“It’s best for employers that I not work with people.”
“Here are my qualifications for you to overlook.”
“I am a quick leaner, dependable, and motivated.”
“If this resume doesn’t blow your hat off, then please return it in the enclosed envelope.”
“My fortune cookie said, “Your next interview will result in a job.” And I like your company in particular.”
“I saw your ad on the information highway, and I came to a screeching halt.”
“Insufficient writing skills, thought processes have slowed down some. If I am not one of the best, I will look for another opportunity.”
“Please disregard the attached resume-it is terribly out of date.”
“Seek challenges that test my mind and body, since the two are usually inseparable.”
“Graduated in the top 66% of my class.”
“Reason for leaving last job: The owner gave new meaning to the word paranoia. I prefer to elaborate privately.”
“Previous experience: Self-employed-a fiasco.”
“Exposure to German for two years, but many words are inappropriate for business.”
“Experience: Watered, groomed, and fed the family dog for years.”
“I am a rabid typist.”
“I have a bachelorette degree in computers.”
“Excellent memory; strong math aptitude; excellent memory; effective management skills; and very good at math.”
“Strengths: Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining composer.”
“I worked as a Corporate Lesion.”
“Reason for leaving last job: Pushed aside so the vice president’s girlfriend could steal my job.”
“Married, eight children. Prefer frequent travel.”
“Objective: To have my skills and ethics challenged on a daily basis.”
“Special skills: Thyping.”
“My ruthlessness terrorized the competition and can sometimes offend.”
“I can play well with others.”
“Personal Goal: To hand-build a classic cottage from the ground up using my father-in-law.”
“Objective: I want a base salary of $50-$60,000 dollars, not including bonus. And some decent benefits. Like a retirement plan, health insurance, personal or sick days.”
“Experience: Provided correct answers to customers’ questions.”
“Education: Graduated from predatory school with honors.”
“Never been fired, although it could happen anytime now.”
“I have happily been a “kept man” for the past 10 years.”
“Have extensive experience in turkey manufactures as well as new product development and implementation.”
“I am accustomed to speaking in front of all kinds of audiences. I make points as well as I can.”
“Personal: Five children. Dog: Jasper. Cat: Morris. Gerbil: Binky.”
“While in military, was instrumental in creation of a treat detection system.”
“My compensation package at my last job included a base salary of $64,500 with excellent benefits including flextime. I am looking for a position in which I can work a more flexible schedule.”
“Hire me and you won’t regret it – I am funny, cute, smart and creative… really.”
“Referees available upon request.”
“Previous rank: Senior instigator.”
“I have recently sold my home and I now live in a large RV so I will be able to relocate quickly.”
“Reason for leaving: They stopped paying me.”
“Cover letter: Desire the chance to showcase my delightful personality, intelligence and superior judgment, which are so hard to find these days.”
“Personal achievements: Successfully played “Chop Sticks” on a toy piano with my big toes.”
“Objective: To obtain a position where I can make a difference, infecting others with my professionalism, enthusiasm and dedication.”
“Strengths: Impersonal skills.”"
“Special interests: I like any projects that are fun.”
“Please explain any breaks in your employment career: 15 minute coffee break while working at a home improvement store.”
“Vocational plans: Sea World.”
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About the Author
Malcolm Lambe is a master mariner associated with Flagship Cruises – a major charter boat business operating cruises on Sydney Harbour.
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