Coworker asked to see copy of my resume

[Anonymous]

I have just updated my resume and a coworker and I were discussing best practices with resumes, etc. He asked to see a copy of mine and for some reason it made me uncomfortable and I became evasive. I just gave him some general guidelines I followed, but it felt weird to me.

Am I just being overly private or was that a strange request on his part?

[Anonymous]

Email the template you used.

[Anonymous]

I don't see the issue. I'm a fed though and our resumes are public information.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I don't see the issue. I'm a fed though and our resumes are public information.

? huh? how so??

[Anonymous]

I think I'd be okay with that. It doesn't have salary info included, does it?

[Anonymous]

I wouldn't want to share either.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I don't see the issue. I'm a fed though and our resumes are public information.

? huh? how so??

They are frequently requested under FOIA. Your SF50 also and your salary. No privacy for feds.

[Anonymous]

For me, writing a resume is pretty personal as it takes time to communicate my past experiences in the best way possible. I'm selling my self on paper. I equate it to cheating on a test. Do you own work. That just me, I would and have done the same as you OP. I dont think it's strange that he asked, some people dont see it as a personal document.

[Anonymous]

i have no qualms about sharing my resume.
i think you're being overly sensitive.
do you share recipes?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:For me, writing a resume is pretty personal as it takes time to communicate my past experiences in the best way possible. I'm selling my self on paper. I equate it to cheating on a test. Do you own work. That just me, I would and have done the same as you OP. I dont think it's strange that he asked, some people dont see it as a personal document.

I've never understood this concept. Unless co-worker and I are competing for the same job, I don't mind sharing my resume. I share the one that got me the job that I am currently in. It should show the experience that caused our bosses to hire me vs the other people who applied for the job. I can understand not showing your resume if you and the co-worker are both applying for an open position, but if we are not and I respect and like that co-worker, I have no problems helping him/her get another job; in fact, I would be happy if my resume helped them tailor theirs to get a better job. I like helping people that I like.

If I don't like the person, then I would politely decline. But I wouldn't think the request was strange or cheating in any way. Do you ever ask colleagues with more experience in an area that you have to do work in for their tips or help? Have you ever asked a co-worker who is a good handy(wo)man for help on a home repair project? Asked someone who always seems to have a good handle on their taxes how to handle a company change on your taxes? Asked the person who brings in great dishes to office pot-lucks for cooking tips? Have you ever asked someone with more seniority in your field of expertise for mentoring? Resume writing is a life skill like any other and it's nice to be able to help someone out if you can.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:For me, writing a resume is pretty personal as it takes time to communicate my past experiences in the best way possible. I'm selling my self on paper. I equate it to cheating on a test. Do you own work. That just me, I would and have done the same as you OP. I dont think it's strange that he asked, some people dont see it as a personal document.

I've never understood this concept. Unless co-worker and I are competing for the same job, I don't mind sharing my resume. I share the one that got me the job that I am currently in. It should show the experience that caused our bosses to hire me vs the other people who applied for the job. I can understand not showing your resume if you and the co-worker are both applying for an open position, but if we are not and I respect and like that co-worker, I have no problems helping him/her get another job; in fact, I would be happy if my resume helped them tailor theirs to get a better job. I like helping people that I like.

If I don't like the person, then I would politely decline. But I wouldn't think the request was strange or cheating in any way. Do you ever ask colleagues with more experience in an area that you have to do work in for their tips or help? Have you ever asked a co-worker who is a good handy(wo)man for help on a home repair project? Asked someone who always seems to have a good handle on their taxes how to handle a company change on your taxes? Asked the person who brings in great dishes to office pot-lucks for cooking tips? Have you ever asked someone with more seniority in your field of expertise for mentoring? Resume writing is a life skill like any other and it's nice to be able to help someone out if you can.

PP - I get that but I assume that if a colleague is asking, they may have their sights set on the same position. I would not share it in this instance. If it were a friend or colleague in another field entirely then sure, share away.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have just updated my resume and a coworker and I were discussing best practices with resumes, etc. He asked to see a copy of mine and for some reason it made me uncomfortable and I became evasive. I just gave him some general guidelines I followed, but it felt weird to me.

Am I just being overly private or was that a strange request on his part?

I wouldn't. He will either copy it or badmouth it behind your back.

is he extremely junior that he needs resume writing help? Also stress to him not to exaggerate on his resume.

[Anonymous]

Tell him to scope out LinkedIn profiles or job specs from headhunters in the industry of his choice. Not copy your CV.

[Anonymous]

OP here, just to clarify: I am happy to help a colleague advance themselves in any way. I have a very extensive work history and education credentials that my colleague is not aware of. It just feels strange, almost like I'm bragging. Also, I hired someone to format the resume and love how it turned out. I explained all this to my colleague. I've put a lot of work into this and don't want to feel like someone might take advantage. I can't imagine asking a coworker to see their resume!

[Anonymous]

Team mate uses a fake resume on Linked In to downplay his accomplishments to insecure coworkers. CEO thought it was/is genius.