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The Easy Functional Resume Sample Strategy Step by Step

This functional resume sample will give you an idea of how to eaisly write this type of resume.

The functional resume highlights your skills. Most people that use this type of resume are applying to a position where they do not have direct experience or when there are gaps in their work experience.

What they are trying to do is present their ‘transferable skills” in a way that is pertinent to the employer.

For example;

Sarah decided to return to the work force after being a Mary Kay consultant and raising her children for the last several years.

She would like a customer service representative position. She needs to demonstrate her transferable skills.


Sarah Mills
Address
Phone number
E-mail


Objective: Customer Service Representative

Talented and resourceful individual offering strong interpersonal and communication skills,
Self-starter who shows initiative and possesses excellent organizational skills.

Key words: Motivated, Successful, Results-driven

Relevant Skills and Accomplishments

Organizational Skills
• Headed the JFK school fund raiser 3-years in a row. Rose over $12,000 each year, surpassing school’s goal of $10,000.
• Planned an open house for the local library opening. Received over 100 guests.
• Responsible for coordinating Mary Kay shows for 5 Mary Kay consultants in the region.
• Organized and Managed client records.

Customer Service Skills
• Conducted one-on-one client consultations to identify skincare needs.
• Responsible for dealing with client complaints for the region.
• Trained 3 new Mary Kay sales consultants on how to successfully sell to clients.

Selling Skills
• Grew Mary Kay territory by 25% in 5 years.
• Influenced JFK school board to revise fund raiser activities. Lead to surpassing school’s objectives.
• Responded to client calls within 24 hours.

EDUCATION:

The Best University , 1987-1990
Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce


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