How To Write A Resume
Chapter 1 – The Development Process Content is king on a resume, and you want to make sure your content is relevant and not redundant. Start with your current job and make a list of all the things that you do on a daily basis. Some people will tell you that a resume should be […]
Resume Grammar 101
It takes the average recruiter only 6 seconds to size up a resume (6 seconds!) which is why it’s critical that every word counts. And when you’re writing in succinct bullet points, what you’re saying is just as important as how you say it. Uniform and error-free writing not only makes your resume easier for […]
Resumes: Remove These Seven Things Right Now
Your resume is one of the most important documents you will create. Every aspect of your resume should reflect your abilities. It is why we spend so much time talking about what to include. But, you might be wondering, what shouldn’t be on your resume? So What Should I Remove From My Resume? Phrases starting […]
Remove These Three Things on your Resume (And Do These Instead)
I look at hundreds of resumes in a month and it never ceases to amaze me that I keep seeing certain things pop up in them that are outdated, redundant, or just unnecessary. And it’s at all levels, from new graduates to the C-Suite, you need to remove these three items from your resume. The […]
How Long Should My Resume Be?
The most common question I’m asked when talking to job seekers is “How long should my resume be?” Unlike dressing for an interview, this question is a little more cut and dry. In today’s world of email and Applicant Tracking Systems, the new standard for industry professionals is two pages. Your most recent experience (somewhere […]
What’s in a (File) Name? A Lot When It Comes to Your Resume
As we’ve written about before, so many simple and small things can make all the difference in your job search. One example is the file name you use to save your resume (and any related application documents). In the video below, you’ll hear me talk about why your resume’s file name is so important when […]