journal entry #4

Recently, I was informed of a new way to utilize powerpoint. While is not a new technology, the function is very innovative. In short, powerpoint can be used to create an electronic resume. This eliminates the pressure of limiting your resume to only one page for those with more experience. Instead of having a possible employer having to scroll down to see more information, you can create links to other pages with in the powerpoint slides. This allows employers to easily navigate to the information they are looking for. Additionally, you can create live links to show examples of projects that you have done that are currently on a webpage. Powerpoint makes it especially easy for someone to access this type of file by allowing you to save it as a pps instead of a ppt, so that even those who do not have this program can view your resume. This is an amazing feature to use especially at a time where everything is being done on the web making things highly impersonal. An electronic resume will set you apart from other applicants and still allow for you to include your own personal touches.