If you wanted a programmer who could communicate well, why on earth would you want them to communicate work history? A well written resume can show good communi

If you wanted a programmer who could communicate well, why on earth would you want them to communicate work history? A well written resume can show good communication skills, but not necessarily the special flavor you need. CEOs and other execs aren't screened with resumes. For better or worse, it's all about their networking skills, perception of previous history, etc.