Effective Resumes

Feeling rejected really stinks -- whether it is personal or professional! 

When it comes to resumes....some of the time it is not you -- it is YOUR Resume! 

3 things to do today to help:

1.  Do you meet the requirements?

Review the job posting to determine if you meet the minimum experience and qualifications

2.  Target your resume: 

If the posting contains a summary of the ideal candidate - target your summary on your resume to showcase the experience they are seeking

3.  Show them that you are the right fit, for the position & company:

If the posting details competencies or traits they are seeking such as teamplayer, multi-tasker, etc. -- if you possess those traits and they are strengths (outline them below your summary)

4.  Make it easy for them:

-Looks to matter when it comes to resumes, so format using bullets and make the resume appearnace inviting and easy to read.  Ensure that the experience and skills they are seeking are easy to find on the first page of your resume and use the same job-specific and industry-specific terms in your resume

Also:

- Don't make your resume too long by including irrelevant information

-Don't Make yourself out like a CEO when you are applying for a clerk position

- Make your resume a generic one-page resume that is not targeted to the position and company you are applying for