The secret to getting the interview you’ve been waiting for?
A well-written resume.
It’s the content, clarity and cohesiveness that counts.
The thousands of resumes that pass through my inbox, inspired me to compile this list of guidelines.
Who should write your resume?
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Where do I send my resume from?
First impressions last.
ilovechocolate@xyz.com
bestiesforever2019@xyz.com
chillandlaugh@wyx.com
justmarried24@xyz.com
Avoid using a young or cutesy email; create a new one if needed.
Use a professional email address when sending your resume to make a strong first impression on recruiters or employers.
How does the resume get sent?
Send your resume as a PDF document with a short paragraph in the email body.
Stay away from jpegs, word docs, or google drive links. Just use a simple, user friendly PDF.
When emailing your resume, stand out: Write a brief paragraph expressing interest, mention the attached resume, clarify availability, and highlight key qualifications. Conclude with a polite closing.
What are the components of an effective resume?
1) Objective: Clearly state your objective, aligning it directly with the job you’re applying for. Your objective shouldn’t hint graphics if you’re applying for an accounting job. It shouldn’t boast your passion for teaching if you’re applying for an administrative assistant role.
2) Experience: Focus on relevant work experience; skip high school jobs and lemonade stands. Stick to professional employment history supporting skills and work experience applicable to the job. Be specific with dates (month/year of the start and end of each job).
3) Skills & Education: List job-specific and transferable skills, such as technical expertise, communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and industry-related knowledge including computer proficiency. Highlight relevant education; exclude unrelated courses or programs.
4) References: Professional references vs. regular references: Professional references speak about work-related abilities, while regular references share personal qualities. Your relationship to each reference should be stated along with their phone number.