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How to write good resumes

By on September 28, 2009 in Uncategorized

Writing resumes

A resume is the most vital part of any successful job hunt, it is the only link between you and your potential employer, and the resume could make the difference between getting the interview and losing it. Your resume has to have something to catch the employer’s eye and make it stand out from others as this is the only contact you will have between you and the employer at this stage and it is the deciding factor to gaining the interview.

The potential employer will probably receive hundreds of resumes for the job so of course it is better if you stick to the facts and highlight your best features keeping the resume as short as you possibly can. Always keep in mind the main aim of the resume is to get you the interview and then you can impress the employer in person.

Essential things your resume should include

Your name in full, no shortening of first names
Landline and mobile telephone numbers for contact
Any work experience that you have had
Any qualifications that you have achieved
Any references from previous employers
Any professional memberships
Any technical or language skills you haven’t

Important points to remember

Try to keep your resume to just a couple of pages in length, quite often an employer will not even attempt to read a long resume and could even just leave it to one side with barely a glance if it is long. Always start with the present and you most recent history this is what the employer will be more interested in then work back through the years, try and keep your style of writing consistent for example the way you write dates.

The way you present or layout your resume is very important, it has to be easily readable, you should leave plenty of space and good size margins at the top, bottom and sides is essential to the layout.

Presentation of your resume can make a big impact and if you are going to be printing several copies then make sure you print them on the highest setting available and that you use the best quality white paper.

If you decide to email the resume take into account the formatting and use as little formatting as possible when writing your resume, this way it will look as good when your employer receives it as it does on your computer.

For each previous job you had mention what you liked about the job, what you learned from it and what you contributed to it, Include any special software or programs that you have skills in and duties you were assigned that show an advancement over time. Remember not to over inflate your achievements as this could sound like you are being big headed and always remember your reference will be probably be checked should you be successful in gaining an interview.

Overcoming lack of work experience

Point out your other strong selling points such as achievements, awards, tasks done in school, college and in the community. The skills you gained are more important than whether it was paid or voluntary work and where and when they were achieved. Remember over a period of time you may gain new skills that could benefit you so keep your resume up to date.

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