Resume – Access to the Interview

Resumes are still a critical key to getting the interview. It will not guarantee an interview or job offer, but it will unlock the door or access into organizations. Resumes have a shelf life of about 2-5 seconds in the hand of a hiring manager. So, you have a moment to make a first impression.

Here is a list of suggestions for you to consider as you develop your resume:

1. Use a strong opening statement or objective – or don’t use one at all

2. Integrity matters! Do not pad your resume

3. Highlight leadership and decision-making experience

4. Highlight how you have impacted previous organizations

5. Indicate what you can do for the employer with your experience, skills and abilities

6. Connect previous experience, skills and abilities to the position you are considering

7. Emphasize your accomplishments

8. Highlight transferable skills

9. Keep it short – 2 pages maximum

10. Previous salary is not relevant on the resume

11. Omit personal information such as: marital status, age, religious preference, height, weight, and hobbies

12. Include accurate dates – Eliminate gaps in employment if possible

13. Grammar, spelling, word choice do make a difference – Use Spell Check, proofread and edit before mass producing

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