Important resumé tips
Content
 Create a Skills heading that lists your skills in two or three words.
These skills should match the position for which you are applying. If
you have a series of skills, instead of listing them singularly,
summarize them by using concise sentences.
Not recommended:Computer Skills,Accounting/Payroll, Administrative
Recommended:Accounting Software,Supervision of Accounting and Payroll
Processing
Office Administration
The first set of skills are vague and doesn’t tell the reader much
about your competency regarding the position you are applying for. If
the content is not top-notch, it will be dismissed. Be as specific as
possible, but avoid wordiness.
Not recommended:Generated resports to assist in W2 processing.
Recommended:
Worked directly with Payroll Manager to ensure proper W2 processing
for over 1000 employees.The second example gives the reader a more
well-rounded vision of your background and past job duties.
Keywords
Using the proper keywords while writing your resume lets your
prospective employer know that you understand your industry and that you
paid attention to his ad.
Example:
Job Ad:
Seeking a customer service representative to be a liaison between us
and our clients.
Duties include preparing spreadsheets of daily orders, responding to
client concerns, reviewing order entries inputted by clerks and tracking
orders shipped by warehouse staff. Requirements: knowledge of SAP, two
years customer service experience and superior communication skills.
Your keyword Skills heading
should read:
Client specialist
Management of clerical order entry
Supervision of order delivery
Order performance status reports
Other Tips
Ensure that the level of writing you display in your resume matches
your desired salary. Do not state that you would like an entry-level
position if you are experienced in the field you are applying for.
Prioritize the content in your resume. Important information should
be listed first. Instead of simply stating what you can do efficiently –
example, type 70 wpm – also include how this skill benefited your
previous employer. In doing so, your prospective employer will see
exactly what you can do for her. Remember to proofread your resume for
grammatical and spelling errors. |
