Resume Fail Or Win Depending On Your Point Of View (PHOTO)

It's a bad economy, we all know that. Which is why when you're searching for a job you absolutely must put your best foot forward. We're not sure if that's what this guy did or not. But who among us hasn't secretly wished for an employee with cat-like reflexes?

Via The High Definite and Reddit

So what do you think? Is this a resume win or fail?

Comments

[Amanda Morrissette]

05:10 PM on 05/03/2011

This resume is absurd and what is even more disturbing is how many people would give him a chance. For the people who have worked hard, have and education and something to show for you this guy has a chance at getting your job! His little effort is insulting to all of those who actually put time and effort into a resume.

[BretCahill]

05:53 PM on 04/25/2011

The California One Stop offices could be opened to all people to discuss information as to opportunities for employment, former employees as well as employers. After an employee left a job, he would have a suitable location to file his name, phone number, E-mail address, and the names of any former employers he was willing to discuss with job hunters. He, in turn, could contact references on other companies. Not only could he share his experiences with someone who is truly interested—a potential applicant of his former employer—, but he could quickly gather very important information on a large pool of employers. The cost would be negligible. Web sites would make the service really convenient.

The advantages to job seekers are obvious. He could screen many more places than with his informal network. He could get both sides of the story. He wouldn't waste time driving to the wrong places. He could prepare for interviews. He would have much more control over his livelihood. Once a job was accepted, he would have a better idea what to expect. He could plan.

The indirect advantages to our economy are much more important. Besides, what is good for the individual is good for California. As Bishop Richard Cumberland wrote, "every idea is the product of a single mind."

[scoobanchi]

03:50 PM on 04/25/2011

This merits a follow up interview. Maybe schedule it as the last interview of the day to lighten up the drive home. Or schedule it first thing in the morning keeping in mind this particular person probably holds the early morning hours dear. Enjoy your muffin and coffee until the next appointment arrives later in the morning. Or hire the person right before you decide to quit and let the next HR sucker deal with the problem. The possibilities are endless.

[achernow]

10:02 PM on 04/24/2011

If I was hiring for a creative writing gig, I'd give the kid a shot.

[scoutgirl]

09:01 PM on 04/24/2011

I'd employ him.

[lolo23]

02:31 PM on 04/23/2011

What even funnier than this "resume" are the oddly serious responses here in the comments. Please keep not getting the joke, people, it's hilarious to read.

[emmeaki]

01:52 PM on 04/23/2011

I'm disturbed by the amount of people who would "definitely" hire this guy seeing as how so many experienced applicants do not even receive one call-back after sending our resumes for months.

[caseycoleguy]

10:26 PM on 04/26/2011

its called thinking outside of the box, you must be ancient.

[GodsHonestTruth]

01:42 PM on 04/23/2011

another example of how a certain subculture has been infiltrated by popular culture (huffingtonpost)...this picture is quite old.

[PrettySadiddy]

01:26 PM on 04/23/2011

He had me at "cat-like reflexes." I'll be using that one.

[CarlaMariaSmith]

01:03 PM on 04/23/2011

Win. All resumes suck. The entire idea needs revamping. I'd interview this guy though.

[austindegroot]

12:37 PM on 04/23/2011

I guess I would hire this person for a minimum wage job

[Ashkan Ahmadi]

06:21 AM on 04/23/2011

ABSOLUTELY WIN!

[Shaun Dawson]

03:41 AM on 04/23/2011

I like his attitude! Not sure about giving him a job though.....

[rerememe2002]

12:50 AM on 04/23/2011

Oh, I think it's a 'win' for sure. And I'd even put money down that he got a job using this resume. He probably reached breaking point and figured "What have I got to lose?" when he made this bad boy up. At least he'll be noticed. That's step one to getting hired isn't it? I'm almost desperate enough to try a stunt like this. We shall see. Either way, it was good for a laugh. Thanks for sharing.

[HawaiianLady]

11:56 PM on 04/22/2011

Oh, and he can spell. That's a rarity these days.

[hummuslover]

05:30 PM on 04/26/2011

Not really, unless that last word wasn't supposed to be in Spanish.

[ninjasrolled]

10:34 PM on 04/27/2011

(Invoking my best Barbara Billingsley) It's Holla! Like 'holler', as in ain't yo holla back gurl. It's kind of like "Peace Out", which is short for "Peace be with you my friend, I am going to leave now."

It's actually spelled correctly.