6 Things You Need To Do To Get Your Resume Noticed


Trust me, if you follow these basic tips, your resume will get seen. 

And your resume has to get seen to get an interview. 

And you have to get an interview to get the job!

You may have amazing skills, and I am certain you do! However, if your resume sinks to the bottom of the heap because you don't do these 6 things, it doesn't matter how great your skills are!

1. Key Words: This is numero uno for today's job market. So many job seekers submit their resumes without considering the key words that employers (and their "bots") are looking for!! Study the job posting, the description, the skills the employer is seeking, and MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THESE WORDS IN YOUR RESUME!!!! 

2.  Use the words the employer uses. Don't interpret or alter. Use the same language and exact words used in the job posting. I'm not kidding. Resumes are often scanned for these specific words. USE THEM!!

3. Highlight your ACCOMPLISHMENTS. Avoid listing the tasks you did in a role. Tell the employer what you achieved while doing this tasks. EMPLOYERS WANT TO KNOW WHAT YOU CAN DO!!

4. Customize: Yep, make sure each resume and cover letter are designed to meet the needs of each employer. The employer is telling you exactly what they want. GIVE THEM WHAT THEY WANT!!

5. Logical formatting: Use a template if you must, but make sure your resume makes sense, makes it easy for employers to find the most relevant information about you and MAKE SURE THAT THE MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION THAT THE EMPLOYER IS LOOKING FOR IS IN THE TOP 1/3 OF THE FIRST PAGE!! 

6. Proofread: Have someone proofread for you, if you can. Editing tip: Read your resume from end to beginning, checking for spelling and other errors. DON'T RELY ON SPELL CHECK!!!


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