Unemployment is at a sustained all time high and many economists and leading economic indicators concur that unemployment may very well continue to climb. If you are not currently working or are considering a career change in the near future, now more than ever, it is imperative to distinguish yourself from all the other candidates in this fiercely competitive job market. The rules have changed, so to stay competitive, you need to adapt and change yourself.
Resumes are one of the essentials to landing that new position. In fact, a polished and professional resume can be the difference between furthering your career in a position that you are happy with and challenges you, and just landing another job. I believe the majority of job seekers have taken a job just out of necessity and it is not something that many of us want to have to do again.
Your resume is one way to distinguish yourself from another person. Hiring managers, recruiters, and HR managers have job specific criteria that they use to initially eliminate candidates systematically. Your resume will be looked at in less than 15- 30 seconds to see if you fit their virtually precise specifications. So, how do you make your resume truly unique?
Tips to Make Resume Unique
1. Create a format that is easy and simple to read.
2. Showcase your professional success.
3. Spelling and grammar!
Your resume can make you or break you, so put some time and effort into your work. Now, let’s move on to what not to do and common resume blunders.
2. Showcase your professional success.
3. Spelling and grammar!
Your resume can make you or break you, so put some time and effort into your work. Now, let’s move on to what not to do and common resume blunders.
What not to do on your resume?
1. Spelling and grammar is of course imperative again, however, do not forget to read what you have written.
2. Does your resume read like a novel? We all love talking about ourselves.
Remember, this is merely a summary to help you get started and there are always differing opinions. The last piece of advice that I can offer is that if you are writing your resume and realize that it’s just not working out, I strongly urge you to seek professional help! No, I am not talking about a mental institution, but a professional resume service.
Author: Angela Gurka
President and CEO of www.StandOutResume.net and Executive Career Consultant, Angela Gurka has over 12 years of professional business and consulting experience in various industries and organizations ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small start-ups.
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