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How To Get Your Resume Past Computer Screening Tactics - The Wall Street Job Report

How To Get Your Resume Past Computer Screening Tactics - The Wall Street Job Report | Effective Resumes | Scoop.it
From wallstreetjobreport.com - August 26, 2013 9:07 AM
Due to the overwhelming volume of online job applications, most large companies use an automated screening device to weed out unqualified applicants, along with unlucky qualified ones.
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Excellent and simple tips on what you can do today to help your chances of getting your resume through and visible by a human.

 

Every system is different, some systems don't read and convert fancy fonts.  Other systems are not friendly to lines or columns on resumes.

 

The top tips:  target your resume, use key words and phrases taken from the job posting, keep the most important information visible on the first page, use a targeted summary, and do your homework.

 

Your resume is your walking billboard, so make sure it accurately reporesents the best you in a way that fits your experience, skills, and personality to the position and the company.

 

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paul babicki's curator insight, February 4, 2014 11:55 AM

These can also be used for email cover letters

Netiquette IQ's List of  Irritating Phrases (40) to Avoid in Email

http://netiquetteiq.blogspot.com
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10 Pack-a-Punch Verbs to Include on Your Résumé

10 Pack-a-Punch Verbs to Include on Your Résumé | Effective Resumes | Scoop.it
From money.usnews.com - May 21, 2013 9:11 AM
Use active language to entice an employer to keep reading. (Use active language to entice an employer to keep reading. http://t.co/c5UAhv1WcW)
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Does your resume have the right verbs for the position and level you are seeking?  Take a look at the ten verbs noted in this article.

 

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The Seven DOs & DO NOTs of Writing a Great Resume

The Seven DOs & DO NOTs of Writing a Great Resume | Effective Resumes | Scoop.it
From bassamsalem.com - May 22, 2013 12:23 PM
While you might think that, in the year 2013, resumes seem a bit passe and old-fashioned, they're still the primary means of conveying one's credentials and accomplishments.  It's very true that bu...
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I know that it is 2013 where technology rules; however, most global organizations still require a resume as part of the application process.  While I have written extensively about having a multi-pronged approach to finding and landing jobs...this article summarizes almostly exactly my sentiments.  Here are a few of the article's tips:

 

1.  Customize and target your resume for the position and industry

2.  Make your resume the perfect fit for the filter process

3.  Your summary should demonstrate your experience and skills that are important for the position your are applying for

4.  The first page of your resume should be able to stand on its own

5.  Use bullets to outline your accomplishments

 

Please take a minute to read through the article's Dos and Don'ts.

 

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