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Posted by: "Peter Lutz" lutzpf@gmail.com peter_f_lutz

Fri Dec 16, 2011 5:12 am (PST)

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From: "Gary Wright - Wright Associates" <gary_wright@verizon.net>
Date: Dec 16, 2011 8:01 AM
Subject: [NewEnglandNetworking] 5 Resume Tips: Do What Most Job Seekers
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*5 Resume Tips: Do What Most Job Seekers Don't*

When it comes to writing a great resume, there are no hard and fast rules
or specific formats that you should adhere to; however, your resume should
be targeted to each specific job that you are applying to. In addition, it
must be concise, clear, command attention and stand out from the pack.

*Include a Title for the Job You Want*

Use a professional title for the position that you want. An improper job
title will only serve to position you at a level far below the
responsibility or salary level you are seeking to achieve. Including a job
title can greatly increase the number of interview calls that you get for
higher positions and improve your chances of clinching a higher salary -
and when you start at a higher salary, your career growth is also
accelerated.

*Include an Executive Summary (what you can do for them) - Not an Objective
(Me-focused)*

An executive summary should be clear and well defined, consisting of a
short paragraph or four to five bulleted points. It should focus on how
your skills can benefit the employer, not on what the employer can do for
you. Using action words will help to convey you as an intelligent and
active individual capable of making contributions to accomplish company
goals. Highlight your strengths and achievements clearly and quickly.
Recruiters and hiring managers want to see information that is to the
point, and hardly have time to dig for buried nuggets of information hidden
in your resume.

*Include Relevant Information*

Let's state the obvious - your resume is targeted at landing interviews. In
effect, you are advertising your capabilities and experience. Therefore,
you need to provide precise, accurate and relevant information. Your resume
should be able to convey relevant information, but at the same time, the
resume should also convey a message that if the hiring manager buys this
product (YOU) it will lead to positive and direct benefits in specific
areas where their needs exist (the job).

*Brag - With PROOF!*

When it comes to your resume, you can forget modesty. Brag if you have
irrefutable proof that establishes you as an outstanding performer (notice
I didn't say exaggerate or lie). Give your resume an accomplishment-driven
profile. Accomplishments are results you produce by resolving problems, or
when you overcome a real or perceived obstacle. Mention any project that
you spearheaded that served to heighten employee morale, revenues or
company savings. Formulate 'Problem-Action-Result' (PAR) statements to
convey your ability for producing similar or better results in your future
employment.

*Highlight Achievements - NOT Responsibilities*

Although important, listing responsibilities should not form the focus of
your resume. Responsibilities are passive - achievements project you as an
active, dynamic individual. When you are seeking a higher position, your
achievements rather than your responsibilities acquire crucial importance -
so don't clump the two together. Write a paragraph giving an overview of
your responsibilities and then highlight your achievements with bullets.
When you want to sell something, you must make it stand out.

Having a well-written resume is crucial when it comes to getting interview
calls. Following the 5 tips above will ensure that you maximize your
chances.

- Heather Eagar

Recognized as a leading expert in the employment search industry, Heather
Eagar is passionate about providing working professionals with current,
reliable and effective job search tools and information. If you need to
hire a resume writing service, Heather offers reviews of the top companies
in the industry at www.ResumeLines.com <http://www.resumelines.com/>

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