The Art of Writing “Resume Objectives”

Before going into the issue of how to write resume objectives, you should know that, if possible, you should always include an objective section in your resume, except for particular circumstances.
A major mistake that job seekers do when they write their “objective” is to put the focus at the wrong place. The objective part of your resume, as well as the rest of your resume, should target the employer’s needs, not reflect what you want in the job.

Since most resumes start with the “objective,” it is crucial that you get that one liner right. Following are few tips to keep in mind:

• make sure to state the correct title of the position as it is stated in the job posting;
• show the employer that you will be an asset by telling him or her what you can bring to the job;
• keep your objective short to allow more “punch” (preferably, only one sentence).

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