Get Your Resume Noticed-10 Second Rule

HH STAFFING DISCUSSES

HOW DO I MAKE IT THROUGH THE 10 SECOND RULE?

1. The One Page Impression

Multiple page resumes are becoming more common among really experienced professionals, however you may not quite be there yet. For (most) recent graduates, a resume should fit on one page, which is preferable in today’s competitive job market,” “This is often possible with simple adjustments to margins and font size as well as consolidation of bullet points.”

2. Clear & Concise – To The Point

Speaking of bullet points, use them! Hiring Managers loss attention quickly with lengthy paragraphs. Keep your bullet points impactful, clear and to the point. You message will be clearly delivered and show you don’t need a book to showcase your best attributes.

 3. Action is Everything

What are action words? Facilitated, Instructed, Achieved, Implemented, Created, Developed, Devised, Utilized, Trained, Guided, Promoted, Oversaw, Supervised, Managed. Learn them, love them and use them where pertinent to describe your experiences!

4. Mirrored Language

The author, who wrote the ad, has a list of key words, skills, and behaviors in their mind. Anticipate this mental checklist so that when they see the word, they check it off their list. More checks, more interviews! More interviews, more job offers!” Don’t be afraid to customize your resume for each job as you continue through your search.

5. Proofread…..proofread  

And don’t just read it over and over again by yourself. Have your resume reviewed by professionals, family and friends, as each will bring a different perspective.

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