Resumes That Get Results
Put yourself into the employer's shoes - why should they hire
you? That is the question your resume must answer. Realize that
your resume is a snapshot of your career. It should reflect your
achievements, plus represent your skills and abilities. It must
be a positive expression of what you do and how well you do it.
So, how do you write such a document? Start by identifying your
strengths. Don't hesitate to sing your own praises - it's OK to
promote yourself in a job search. In fact, it's expected.
Once you have a comprehensive list, prioritize it according to
your accomplishments. The most important ones need to appear at
the top of your resume. Did you know that your resume must catch
the employer's eye within a few seconds, or it will get tossed?
Resumes are written according to a prescribed structure. There
are self-help books you can buy to guide you, but the best help
comes when you hire a Certified Professional Resume Writer who
is trained to promote you at your best.
The final step is proofread, proofread, proofread. Did I say
proofread? Only candidates with flawless resumes get considered
for interviews. And isn't interviewing the result you want from
your resume?