How to create a read me resume
Reprinted courtesy of TheCareerNews.com
SPRING LAKE, MI -- When scanning a newspaper what articles do you read? You read the ones where the headline caught your attention right? Right! So if the theory is that we read articles where the headline catches our attention, ask yourself, "what's my headline and what makes my resume the one that should be read when there may be hundreds to sift through?"
If you are using phrases like, "my responsibilities are" that's nice, but what did you REALLY do? By using action verbs such as implemented, created, devised, determined, proposed, trained, you are making a statement about what you did verses what you were responsible for. For example, "Implemented innovative approaches for organizational needs" or "Demonstrated the ability to work and communicate with various levels of associates."
Also, consider using powerful words like, proven, or exceptional. Making the statements is one thing, but be prepared to back up the statement with an example. Your resume is a sales tool, so get out there and create an awesome resume that sells YOU! The best way for that to happen is to have a great headline and then organize your resume from the best you have to offer at the top and then work down.
Article by Bobbie Twa, Career Coach - Changing Directions, and reprinted from TheCareerNews.com. Get the latest breaking News, Tips and Tools for your job search, Free!
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