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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]So to those hiring managers on here - if a SAHM has been out of the game for 10-13 years, what would you like to see on the resume?

Listing volunteer work doesn't seem to be a good idea, nor any committees or boards that have been served on.

I've considered taking some classes, but it seems that which classes to choose are very dependent on which job I end up actually getting.  If I'm looking for entry-level work, what would you recommend and what types of skills do you want me to know?

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I'm the quoted poster.

I have no desire to return to my former profession and would like to start over so that's why I would go for entry level.  I'd like to work in non-profit or government.

I have knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerpoint, etc- basic office skills.  I used some of these while serving on some volunteer committees and other volunteer positions, that's why I would think to list those things on a resume, but that's not encouraged it seems.  So not sure how to slide that in there on a resume.  I didn't take any formal classes for them.  Some of these committees required significant time with spreadsheets and weekly conference calls.

I have taken a class on non-profit tax writing.  It was while I was in that class that it seemed pointless.  Most of the others that were in there were taking it because the non-profit they were already working for were sending them there and they were doing the whole non-profit business certificate program.  That's when I realized it's probably better to get my foot in the door first and then take which classes that particular business requested me to attend.

I honestly don't mind starting from the bottom and learning everything new to work my way up, but it seems my age would hold me back if what's wanted is a fresh grad. 36.

I appreciate the genuine help from pp's on this post.

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