Key Elements a Resume Must Have

It is important that a resume be tailored to the specific job you’re applying for. This can mean the difference between landing the interview and being rejected at the outset. While you want your resume to be eye-catching, employers will expect to see certain resume sections, no matter what the role.

See 5 key sections described in detail here.

What to Include in Your Resume Summary

Your resume is your marketing tool, your summary section is the headline that conveys your track record of success. A well-written summary gives specific examples of how you’ve added value in your current or previous positions.

Your resume summary is a hard-hitting, concise declaration of your abilities. See five key points here.

When You Are Called With a Job Offer

Your resume has been reviewed, the employers like what you have to offer, and they’d like a chance to learn more about you. If this is the first interview, you need to be well prepared for answering tough questions. If it is a second call to meet, you are close to to an offer, again be prepared. Here are a few tips that can help you successfully navigate the next few days before the interview.

See four steps to follow when you get invited in for a job interview here.

Accomplishments vs Responsibilities? Big Difference

The competition for positions is high and applicants for any given job will have similar skills and qualifications. To stand out, you need to demonstrate to the potential employer that you can do the job well. 

Do that by showing how you’ve made a positive contribution to your employer’s business. A resume should be accomplishment-oriented, not responsibility-driven.

Find a focus for your presentation here.