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50 Resume Tips to Propel
Your Job Search to the Next Level
(Step-by-Step
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31) The
objective section is not about what you want, but about
letting the employer know that you are the person that
they want. There has to be a meeting of the minds.
Something like "your objective is my objective." We have
a common objective, what a coincidence!
Show that You Are Interested
32) Some people may have all the required
qualifications, yet there is a sense that they don't
really care about the position. As opposed to common
wisdom, interest is not only shown in cover letters. It
can also emanate from your resume. How?
- By being specific.
- By showing that you did your research and know what
you are writing about.
- By focusing on the employer's needs as opposed to what
you want.
33) To the extent that your resume is tailored to the
position you are applying to, many recruiters will
recognize the effort you put in and may give you a
chance accordingly.
Some Writing Rules/ Reminders
34) A sentence starts with a capital letter and ends
with a period. Many people remember the former, but
forget the latter. Unless it is a title, you need a
period at the end of your sentence.
35) If you are still employed, use the present tense to
describe your responsibilities in your current job and
use the past tense to describe your responsibilities in
your prior jobs.
36) Start your sentences with action verbs.
37) Be careful with punctuation.
38) Number your pages (unless your resume has only one
page) and state the total number of pages. E.g.:
- Page 1 of 2
- 1/2
39) Put your name at the top of all the pages of your
resume (if your resume has more than one page).
Miscellaneous
40) Make sure you have a professional e-mail address.
E.g., if you have RockyV@hotmail.com and your name is
not "Rocky," there's something wrong. Open a new account
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