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Choose Your Style of Resume
Are you wanting to list out jobs in chronological order or will you choose a functional style resume? Having an outline of your resume created before you start writing will help you in the long run.2
Format Your Resume
Make sure to include key information such as contact information, a strong resume summary, work experience, educational history, and skills.3
Emphasize Your Accomplishments and Place them Strategically
Bullet points go a long way, but only if you are consistent and use impactful and concise information. Use numbers to help quantify your accomplishments.4
Adapt Your Resume to Your Profession and the Position You Are Applying For
Make sure to move important skills, summaries, and qualifications to the top of your resume.5
Tailor Your Resume to Match the Job Description
Use the EXACT language provided in the job description. These days writing your resume is almost like creating a website. You have to use the right keywords if you want to get noticed. Most resumes will go through an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) that will look for keywords that relate to the job you’re applying for.6
Proofread
Make sure your font and the style of your resume is consistent (including bullet points).Let’s make it count! Follow us on social media for more tips and tricks on resume writing, interviewing, and more!