By: Ashley Vickney, Intern, Leonard & Finco Public Relations
Job searching can be brutal, between searching job boards
and tailoring cover letters it can be time consuming. One way to get noticed is
to have an effective resume. Here are some of the best resume tips that I’ve
used in my job search to help you land an interview!
Make it skimmable:
Don’t have paragraphs on your resume. Have easy, one to two line bullet points
of your duties and projects at jobs. The easier it is to read, the more likely
it is to get read.
Stand out, quietly:
Depending on your industry, resumes don’t need to stick to the traditional set
up, but instead can be designed in a way that is easy to read. Check out some
beautifully designed and free resume templates here.
Leave off the objective
statement: These aren’t really necessary anymore, and waste space that
could be used for more experience or skills.
Reverse chronological
order: List your most recent, relevant experience first. Make it easy for
the hiring manager to track your employment history.
Add volunteer
experience: Little extra room on your resume? Add one or two causes you’ve
volunteered for and are passionate about. It shows potential employers that you
like to give back, and is a great conversation starter.
Is it important? Every
bullet point on your resume should make you look confident and competent.
Double check to make sure your bullet points are clear, concise and demonstrate
what you did.
Proofread, proofread,
proofread and proofread again: Have a couple people look over your resume
for any spelling errors or mistakes. Be sure to proofread every resume you send
out!
With these suggestions your resume should stand out from the
crowd and get your foot in the door.
Any other suggestions? What do you look for in a resume?
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