Targeted Resume

My clients have come to me with a single complaint that they have applied for zillions of jobs for the last few months and have not been contacted for interviews. The only credible solution to this is to spend time or effort tweaking your resume and cover letter to fit the role you are seeking. […]

Client: Why do I need to have a targeted resume? Me: To prove that you have the skills the employer is seeking and have previously used them to create optimal results at work. Also, it helps in aligning you to the role so that you get called for the interview. Client: How do I do

🔎Challenge: – There’s no doubt about your abilities as a candidate. – You know the industry well. – Leadership is in your blood. – You are well qualified. – However, a potential employer does not know that. Even worse, they barely have time to read the zillion applications & emails they receive. 🔎Action: – Scale

Overdetailing and unnecessary information are two common mistakes found in resumes. Change your approach if you’re prone to referring to your two-week project from 10 years ago. A resume should show relevant experience from the most recent past, something every HR and manager is looking for. So, it’s ok to omit jobs and experiences not thematically

Relevant and tailored resumes are far more successful than generic or common ones. Even when applying for very targeted jobs, the requirements and duties of each position may differ from position to position. Of course, your basic education and the key professional qualification would be on every resume version. However, it is reasonable to carefully