How to Write A Winning Resume
Written by Robert Loblaw   
Saturday, 06 March 2010 20:58
Have you noticed that the job market is more competitive than it is has ever been? If you want to make sure that you can get the job that you need and that you are going to be able to beat out the other job hunters out there, you will need to make sure that you have the right tools. This means that you need a winning resume, so make sure that you are familiar with the Employment Guide to Resume Writing.
by RobertLoblaw


Have you noticed that the job market is more competitive than it is has ever been? If you want to make sure that you can get the job that you need and that you are going to be able to beat out the other job hunters out there, you will need to make sure that you have the right tools. This means that you need a winning resume, so make sure that you are familiar with the Employment Guide to Resume Writing.

Watch your P's and Q's. Winning resumes are not full of typographical errors and incorrect grammar. Mind your spelling, punctuation and grammar when writing your resume. Spell Check is your friend! Once you have completed the final draft of your resume, reread it carefully, correcting any errors. If you can, get someone else to review it as well. Even one misspelled word, misplaced comma or improperly structured sentence can send your resume to the bottom of the pile - or worse. Take the time to rid it of errors.

Always remember that you only have about thirty seconds or so to grab their attention and to keep it. Remember that the first section of your resume needs to be something that is impressive and important. This will likely be the summary or the objective of your resume and you will find that you can actually use your creativity. Pique the interest of the person who is reading and make sure that they want to come back for more.

Remember that each position might need a tweaked resume. Remember that the Employment Guide to Resume Writing states that the more specific your resume is going to be to the position that you are applying for, the better. How can you bring out the parts of your resume that pertain to the job, and how can you show them that you have the experience that they are looking for? It really can make a lot of difference.

Match the resume type to the appropriate situation. There are several types of resumes and the Employment Guide to Resume Writing says that there are certain types of resumes for different employment situations. Some jobs call for a chronological resume, the most popular type. Other jobs may be better suited for a functional resume while a combination of the types may be more appropriate for other jobs.

Make it clear and concise. Winning resumes are not wordy, they are concise and to the point. They clearly describe in the most efficient, effective way how you are best suited for the job. Long, expansive descriptions will lose your reader, causing your resume to be tossed aside or, worse, tossed into the trash. Keep it direct and brief. Bullet points are a good way to keep the focus and stick to the point.

Always remember that you need to include your references. Before you use them, ask your references to see what they have to say. It looks bad if your prospective employer manages to surprise your reference when they call! Most people consider a mix of personal and professional references to be ideal, though if the position calls for it, make sure that you throw an academic resource in as well.

Give it professional polish. Before you send in your resume, give it a good once over. Format it so that all headings, bullets and information are consistent. Make sure that there are no errors and print in on a good quality paper using a good quality printer. Winning resumes have good content, but they have a very professional appearance as well.

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