


                               Resume Shop 2.5

      System Requirements:

         IBM PC, XT, AT, PS/2  or compatibles
         MS-DOS 2.0 or greater
         256K RAM  or greater
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       * No known conflicts with other memory resident programs.
         If you have any problems with Resume Shop 2.5 running with other
         software, please let us know through the "User Response
         Form."


      Features:

        - Window like menu driven interface for ease of use
        - Data entry screen that collect required resume information
        - "Smart" resume formater to prepare data into one page resume
        - Help screens and Help Menus available
        - Supports multiple resumes
        - Supports two printed resume styles
        - A "Customizer" to enhance formated resumes
        - On-Line Manual accessible from program


      Installation:

    Floppy Based Resume Shop 2.5 Systems:  The program and data files
    necessary to run Resume Shop 2.5 are small and should fit on one
    diskette.  Please make a backup copy of the Resume Shop 2.5 disk.
    This way if you have a problem, you will have a back up available.

    Hard Disk Resume Shop 2.5 Systems:  Create a sub directory off the
    root called "RESUME" with the make directory (MD) DOS command.

                 C:>  MD RESUME <enter>

    Then change the current directory(CD) to "RESUME" and use the copy
    command from the a:  to c:  drive.

                 C:> CD RESUME <enter>
                 C:> COPY A:*.* C: <enter>

    Hard disk users may want to create a batch file to take them
    automatically to the "RESUME" sub directory and execute the
    "RESUME.EXE" program file.

    Refer to DOS Manual for additional information on DOS Commands.


      CONFIG.SYS:

    Resume Shop 2.5 requires the following entries:

         FILES = 20
         BUFFERS = 15

    Refer to your DOS Manual for questions on CONFIG.SYS

    There may be a need for additional tinkering with your DOS
    environment based on the equipment and software installed.  You
    should consult with your system manuals for more information.

    The Design:

    Resume Shop 2.5 is written to be used much like a menu you would see
    in a restaurant when ordering dinner.  Instead of telling the
    waitress your order, you move the light bar to the selection
    you would like to execute.  For example, if you want to add
    or change information regarding your educational background, you
    use the arrow keys to move the light bar and hit enter when you are
    on the education selection.

    gSOFT built Resume Shop 2.5 with the novice user in mind.  It is our
    goal to have the computer do as much of the work as it can.  We
    have kept the rules limited and the flow is consistent with how you
    would construct a resume without a computer.  Resume Shop 2.5 has a
    WYSIWYG (What you see is what you get) field editor so type just
    as you would want to see the text on your resume.  There is nothing
    you  can do with this product which can hurt your computer so feel free
    to experiment with the software.  Any restrictions or warnings are
    identified below.

    The Don'ts:

    o Don't delete any files shipped with the program disk.  A list of
    these files is available at the end of this document.

    o Don't try to type outside any of the highlighted areas reserved
    for input.  Resume Shop 2.5 is set up to read only what is inside the
    highlighted entry area. (it shouldn't let you anyway!!)

    The Do's:

    o Make a copy of the program disk before you start the product.
    This way if you erase a file by mistake you still have our
    original program intact.


    o Do experiment and let us know if there is anything additional
    you would like to see or something you would like changed.

    o Do make multiple resumes tailored to fit the requirements of the
    job you are interested in.

    o If you have any problems or suggestions, please let gSOFT know
    and we will be glad to make the changes available to register
    users.


         About Resumes:

      Resumes are the first impression you will be giving a
      potential employer.  You must be informative and concise
      (this is why Resume Shop 2.5 creates a one page resume).
      Identify the points in your background and experience that
      are relevant to the position you're applying for.  Learn a
      little about the company and their products and services.
      Don't be afraid to have several resumes for different types
      of jobs with different employers.  You should target you
      resume to the firm your interested in.  Be modest don't
      oversell your accomplishments or come off as a bragger.
      Identify the successes.  Make sure your sentences are to the
      point and watch grammar and spelling.  Have someone else read
      your resume and give you feedback on the format and clarity.
      A cover letter should also be supplied to provide a personal
      introduction to the employer.  A sample cover letter
      is provided on the Resume Shop 2.5 disk called COVER.LET.



  Starting out:

  First Time Users:

  If it is your first time using Resume Shop 2.5, it is a good idea
  to page through this On-Line Manual.  When you have familiarized
  yourself with its conventions and general operation, start
  with "Work on Resume" from the the main menu and move around to
  other menu selections to see what they do.  Do not be alarmed to
  see data already keyed into the data entry areas.  This was put
  there to give you an idea of what should be inputted into the entry.
  Just type over the entry or space out what you want deleted.  Omit
  any menu selections or screens which do not apply.  Resume Shop 2.5
  will work around the omissions and format your final resume accordingly.



  For experienced users go ahead and treat this menu driven
  program like other menu driven systems.  There is
  nothing mysterious or technical about using Resume Shop 2.5.
    To begin Type:    C > RESUME  [resume_filename]

         resume_filename = the name of the resume file you wish to
         load.  This is optional.  The default resume is called
         RESUME.

  Navigating through Resume Shop 2.5 Menus:

  Resume Shop 2.5 uses pop-up menus to display options.  To select
  an option, use the cursor keys to put the light bar over the
  desired option and hit enter.  Resume Shop 2.5 provides ample
  HELP screens to guide you through the product.

      Data Entry Editor Keys:

   Valid Resume Edit Keys:  A-Z special characters upper and lower case
   up arrow / down arrow:   invalid keys for editing
   right arrow:             moves cursor one position to right
   left arrow:              moves cursor one position to left
   alt - h:                 help screens (also as menu selections)
   esc:                     immediate exit no save
   cntrl-end:               erase entire field
   f1 thru f10              invalid keys for editing

   Special Features / Enhancements:

   On-Line Manual
   This new feature allows you to page though this document while inside
   your resume session.  You may take the HELP option from the Main Menu
   and then the On-Line Manual option to view the manual.  The page up and
   page down keys allow you to browse back and forth through the document.
   F10 ends the On-Line Manual session and takes you back to the HELP
   MENU screen.  A helpmsg box is provided in the bottom left corner or
   the On-Line Manual display to help identify the correct key options
   for browsing the On-Line Manual. F8 prints a hardcopy manual.

   Customizer (for Resumes and Cover Letters)

   This added feature allows you modify your resume beyond what the resume
   has formated for you automatically.  For example,  your position on your
   last job may had a title with more letters than allowed in the Work
   Experience Entry Screen.  With Customizer you can type over the top
   of the formated resume and make any changes you wish.  WARNING! Any
   changes made with Customizer stay on the Customer file only (ASC.OUT)
   and will not appear with View Resume or any of the resume information
   entry screens.  F8 sends the customized file to the printer.  An
   option has been added to Customize cover letters also.  It works the
   same as the Customizer works on resumes.

   To invoke the Customizer, select Customizer from the Main Menu and
   select Customizer from the Customizer screen.  Type part of the
   resume (changes appear in red).  When complete hit F10 to exit and
   save the changes or F9 to exit without saving or F8 to print.
   A helpmsg box is provided in the bottom left corner of the Customizer
   help identify the correct key options for browsing the resume.

   View Resume

   This enhancement allows you to page though your resume while inside
   your resume session.  You may take the View Resume option from the Main
   Menu or the View Resume option from the Work on Resume Menu.
   The page up and page down keys allow you to browse back and forth
   through the current resume. F10 ends the View Resume session and takes
   you back to the Menu you issued View Resume from.  A helpmsg box is
   provided in the bottom left corner or the View Resume display to help
   identify the correct key options for browsing the resume.
   
