Wondering where your career is headed? Before you take the plunge into the world of job searching, I’d like to offer a word of caution: update your resume if you’re looking for a job.
Tips to Create the Best Updated Resume
1. Check Your Career Objectives
Are they the same as your last job search?
Ensure that your resume still reflects the industry or profession that you’re seeking. Remember, it isn’t just a history of your employment. The resume and cover letter need to reflect and target the position that you are seeking. Most career changers have a tough time with this, which is why they seek the help of a certified resume writer.
2. Is your Resume Format Outdated and Uninspiring?
It’s important to remember that you must also have a resume that reflects your growth as you progress in your profession. There are so many great sophisticated formats today that will allow you to highlight your achievements. The days of the old, boring, standard resume formats are history. Stand out from the hundreds of resumes that an employer receives by taking pride in the resume and cover letter you submit.
Creativity, eye-catching formatting, and the ability to use keywords effectively are what will get your foot in the interview door.
Review my resume samples to get some ideas… and maybe convince you to decide to reach out to me for help.
3. Add New Employment, Skills, and Accomplishments
Keeping your resume fresh and up-to-date is essential; you never know when an opportunity will arise. Do you really want to miss out because you were unprepared? Ensure that your added responsibilities, promotions, and new skills have been reflected in your resume. Accomplishments are critical to include in your resume, don’t miss this important step.
4. Keep Job Terminology and Keywords Current
It is probably hard to believe for most people, but industry jargon, buzzwords, and technology are changing all the time. Make sure that your resume contains these important keywords. It helps to review job postings and company websites for insight into what keywords are most important to specific industries and companies.
Staying current regarding the latest technology trends, relevant industry, and occupation keywords will help immensely when walking into the interview.
Keeping your resume and cover letter updated and “ready to go” is a great way to ensure that you do not miss out on opportunities that may arise during the year.
Need additional help? Reach out to Candace for assistance!