Resumes That Win!

by Kassandra McGhee on November 29th, 2010

Writing a winning resume is an art not a science!  And it is an art or skill that you can successfully master!  How you make ask?  Well, it’s all about focus and delivery. 

  • Focus

Focusing your resume towards the company’s needs is essential...and discovering those needs is actually very simple.  Review the job advertisement and/or job description for the position’s responsibilities, requirements, etc.  Also, conduct research on the company (i.e., their goals, mission, products, etc.) by visiting their website, social media pages, etc.  Your resume must focus on how your experience, training, skills, etc. meet the needs of the employer and make you a good fit for the company.

  • Delivery

The message must be loud and clear!  I am professional, I am qualified, I am knowledgeable, I am thorough.  Your resume must clearly deliver the message that you are a well-rounded, well-informed candidate.  Pay attention to detail: concise, proper format, grammar and spelling check, font style and size, utilize bullet points, tailored for your industry, etc.

Want to see more? I found an article that shares some very good points regarding writing a winning resume.

http://finance.yahoo.com/career-work/article/102665/The-Way-to-a-Winning-Resume

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