Get that job you've always wanted with a great resume.
If you're looking for a job in this increasingly competitive job
market your best chance of securing that job is via a great
resume. Remember that a number of jobs are being outsourced so
the remaining choice jobs are even harder to come by. The more
you can convince an employer that you are the perfect candidate
for the position the easier it will be for you to land the job
of your dreams.
The first thing you might ask is: "What is a resume?" A resume
is a document that informs your potential employer of your
experiences, and accomplishments in the best possible light. It
also lets your potential employer know what it is you are
looking for and what your expectations are as well. It can also
state any personal attributes that may impact in a positive
manner on your job performance. Examples of this would be an
ability to work under stress, punctuality, ability to
communicate well with others.
It helps to know in advance what your prospective employer is
looking for in an employee. Some of the key qualities are a
willingness to share information and ideas. Another is one's
ability to work within a team. Responsiveness to change is
important in that it demonstrates a degree of flexibility in the
work environment. It also demonstrates a willingness to take
risks with new ideas and products.
The first item in your resume is the cover letter. This is the
introduction to your personal resume and must
be interesting enough to entice the potential employer to
proceed further. First address the cover letter to a specific
person in charge of resource management. The paper and fonts
used should be basic and not distract from the content of the
resume. Use the "KISS" principle by keeping your cover letter
short and to the point. In your opening you should list why you
are writing. Then in the next paragraph ask for the job you are
interested in obtaining and explain why you are the best person
for the job. Then thank the reader for their time and make sure
you leave your phone number and/or e-mail address so that the
employer may contact you if any questions arise.
In the resume itself you should list your job descriptions in a
chronological order starting with the most recent job
descriptions first and then moving backwards. List any technical
knowledge first, in an organized manner. Use action verbs and
portray yourself as a "go-getter". Leave out unnecessary
personal information. Be concise.
The most common mistakes to avoid are being too verbose. One
page should suffice. Do not use fancy paper or fonts, they
detract from the content of the resume. Outdated or useless
information will also detract from the resume. The most common
error of all is selling yourself short. Let the employer know
how truly valuable you are.
With these tips you should be able to increase your chances of
obtaining that job you want. Interested in this subject? Try
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