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Guidelines to a Great Resume...
*Make a good first impression.
*Make certain that your resume has a professional
appearance.
*Know that the look and feel of a resume plays a part in who is
selected.
*Based on the job, think about what the hiring manager
would want / need.
*Position your bullet points correctly and word them
appropriately.
*Use standard fonts including an appropriate size.
*Be neat and error free.
*Do not make your resume too short or too long.
*Use action verbs.
*Use words that show an extensive vocabulary.
*Use your summary to really grab the attention of the
reader.
*State a specific objective and how it will benefit the
employer.
*Word your objective in such a way as to not be excluded from
positions.
*Do not include why you are no longer with a previous
employer.
*Avoid personal pronouns or referring to yourself by
using your own name.
*Use keywords and buzzwords. Avoid ambiguity.
*Make reading your resume a pleasant experience.
*Indicate accomplishments along with duties and
responsibilities.
*Package your education accurately and place in the
appropriate area.
*List only recent information in detail.
*Highlight key points.
*E-mail your resume in the proper document format.
*Take special care with your resume if you are trying to
change careers.
*When appropriate, consider a brief explanation of your
employer's business.
*Title yourself correctly with regard to previous
positions.
*Summarize information.
*Quantify experience and accomplishments.
*Accurately prioritize the content of your resume.
*Avoid questionable subjects.
*Sell yourself.
*If entry level, package your resume to make you look
experienced.
*Do not rely on your own critique of your resume.
*Do not rely on friends or family for an objective review
or suggestions.
*Strive to continuously improve your current resume.
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