The difference to me in using resume paper from Southworth and using resume paper from other companies is the same as the difference you experience sleeping on 200-thread count sheets versus 600-thread count sheets. They are clearly both sheets, but one enhances your sleep experience and the other does not.
Even at the heights of today’s digital job search age, there are still many situations when a printed copy of your resume, cover letter and thank-you letter will be needed. Of course in all cases, a resume on good quality paper will be a necessity at the actual an face-to-face interview . Additionally if you are meeting an employer at a mixer or a career fair and it is super important to leave a lasting impression – nothing says professional like resume paper from the 167 year old company called Southworth.
The resume paper on which you ultimately choose to display your masterpiece of a resume is a critical component of your job search. If you have taken the time needed to summarize your education, achievements and accomplishments why use anything less than the very best?
Many employers have told me that they really discard overly fancy resume “packages” and are most pleased with the simple elegance of white, off-white or ivory resume paper in a good weight and quality. All three colors are readily available from Southworth and it is usually what I recommend for those trying to put their best foot forward.
I like Southworth paper products so much that I use them as gifts for enthusiastic participants in resume or interview preparation workshops that I conduct. Together a 80-count package of paper and a 25-count package of envelopes, costs less then $20 and is typically sufficient to get a job seeker through a job or career change.
Here are some of the other reasons I love to use and recommend Southworth resume paper:
– Confused about the meaning of terms such as “weight”, “bond”, “laid” or “linen” and don’t know when to use what? www.southworth.com FAQ’s can help.
– Paper is guaranteed for use in laser and inkjet printers
– Cost effective quantities of 25 envelopes and 80 sheets of matching paper and envelopes might be enough to get the average job seeker through complete a job search cycle
– Recommended colors of white, ivory or off white are always available
– 24 lb weight is substantial yet not hard
– 168 year company history and reputation
– Easily available at local office supply retailers like Office Depot, OfficeMax & Staples
– Online store offers a vast selection of papers for all kinds of needs from invitations to awards and has an interactive design center
I also like the special deals and awesome savings they offer on resume paper for buying in bulk. Of course most people wont need 2000-count boxes of paper but if you see a lot of resumes like I do, they are a definite consideration for the budget conscious. Great also for college career centers or community job placement centers that keep stock on hand to help that last minute job seeker make a lasting impression.
