New news Regarding Resumes

Our office hosted employers last week. Why did we do that? To provide you with the latest, and most accurate, information regarding your resume and the application and job hire process.

The recruiters we met with filled us in on several things. That information follows.

1.      It is important to tailor your resume for each job you apply for. “Make it ideal for the role.”

2.      If you include an objective, make sure – I’m going to say this twice – make sure that objective is actually for the position you are applying for. Rather than the last position you applied for that was actually with a different organization entirely.  

3.      Although most organizations insist you “apply online”, your resume is nonetheless important. Why? Because your resume is easier to review than your online application.

4.      And, because your resume is an indication of the type of work you will do. If your resume isn’t perfect, in the words of one recruiter, “What am I supposed to think about that? What kind of work will you do for me?”

5.      Gaps in employment cannot always be avoided. Be prepared to explain those gaps.

6.      And, maybe most important of all – read the employer’s instructions regarding how to apply very carefully and follow those instructions. Again, if you don’t follow the instructions they give you to apply, what kind of work can they expect you might do?

Questions about your resume? Or, just need another pair of eyes to look it over? Stop by during Walk In hours or make an appointment with a counselor. We’re here to help --