A recent conversation with a client made me realize that a lot of candidates have trouble organizing their resume’s information. Most are unsure of what should be included on a resume, what should be optional, and what should not be included. I have created this post to address this confusion and give clarity on organising […]
WHAT ARE MANDATORY, OPTIONAL, & INAPPROPRIATE SECTIONS ON YOUR RESUME? Read More »
It is your very own elevator pitch, leaving recruiters to want to read more and learn more about you. ? General guidelines to follow: Keep your summary brief. You can use two to five phrases in bulleted form or a short paragraph. Think of your summary as a snapshot of your skills, accomplishments, and knowledge.
HOW TO WRITE A PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY STATEMENT ON YOUR RESUME? Read More »
A resume based on a job description with responsibilities or job tasks may give the reviewer an understanding of your job responsibilities, but it won’t market you to your potential employer. This, instead, positions you as a commodity, as are many other candidates who have similar skills and similar roles. Use the following C-A-R formula
USE THE C-A-R FORMULA TO MARKET YOUR ABILITIES ON YOUR RESUME Read More »
A resume dilemma that new graduates or juniors with limited to no job experience usually face is that, while a job would let you gain experience, you can’t find one since employers ask for previous experience. It’s really a deadlock situation you got there. Nonetheless, the company expects you to submit an impressive, one-page resume. But with no work experience, you
WHAT DO YOU PUT ON A RESUME IF YOU HAVE NO WORK EXPERIENCE? Read More »
It is common advice given to job seekers to sprinkle keywords from the job description into their resumes. However, if you don’t possess any of the skills listed in the job description, please don’t include them anyway in your resume just to reflect the language. Although it may seem like you can get away with it now,
A SMART & STRATEGICALLY WRITTEN RESUME VS. AN OVERBLOWN & EXAGGERATED ONE Read More »