Should I include my Achievements and Interests in my Resume?
sina asked:
I was wondering if should include them, but many of the reviewers told me they weren’t neccessary, because they don’t have anything to do with the position of the Sales Floor Associate (at Target). But still, there were some others that told me it’s important because hiring managers would like to get a feeling of what our personalities are like, but I noticed that if I add them into my resume, they take up space and exceed over a page. But then again, I was wondering if I should add them. What do you think?? Here’s my achievements and interests.
I was wondering if should include them, but many of the reviewers told me they weren’t neccessary, because they don’t have anything to do with the position of the Sales Floor Associate (at Target). But still, there were some others that told me it’s important because hiring managers would like to get a feeling of what our personalities are like, but I noticed that if I add them into my resume, they take up space and exceed over a page. But then again, I was wondering if I should add them. What do you think?? Here’s my achievements and interests.
Achievements:
• Art Scape Competition, The Benke Nurseries Company (January 2009)
• American Legion Essay,
• National Handwriting Contest, Zaner-Bloser (May 2000)
Interests:
My time is mostly spent designing products, clothing, and buildings. I have many future aspirations – various include becoming an industrial designer, fashion designer, graphic designer, architect, musician, professional pianist, author, and a movie director.