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Even if you are the “perfect” candidate for a position, someone less skilled might get the job of your dreams because their résumé was written more skillfully. It happens all the time. Many people think that since they know their jobs well and have adequate (or even excellent) communication skills, they can prepare their own résumés.

But when writing about themselves, people tend to undersell the “product.” In addition, a full 98% of résumés created by unskilled professionals lack several of the most important ingredients. As a result, many opportunities are missed.

Some job seekers regard the résumé as “just a piece of paper.” But in today’s highly competitive job market, where the typical nationally advertised position opening will receive literally hundreds of responses, it takes an effective résumé to get interviews.

Think of it this way – a $1 bill and a $1,000 bill are both “just paper,” too. But like a résumé, their value is determined by what is printed on that piece of paper.

Your résumé is one of the most important documents you will ever create. This “make-or-break” marketing tool is what stands between whether an employer will call you for an interview or pass you by.

Giselle Brown
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Resume Expert Giselle Brown’s 5 Tips for a Perfect Resume

1. Use powerful action words. One of the most effective ways to express an employer is by describing the work you’ve done with strong action words. For example, instead of saying you were “responsbile for” a department (passive), say you “managed” that department (active). Some of the strongest words used on a resume are: managed, developed, authored, negotiated and conceptualized.

2. Write like an advertising copywriter, not an autobiographer. Go for the “wow” factor.

3. Emphasize results. Write from the employers’ perspective. They want to know whether you can make a positive impact on the company and how you’re going to help them generate money or save money. You can do this by emphasizing benefits and not just functions.

4. Choose a format that will best highlight your strengths, yet minimize any shortcomings in your candidacy.

5. Call an expert. When you don’t have the time to write your own resume, you can always call a professional. Note: Before you select a resume writing service, make sure you ask to see samples of their work.

Giselle Brown
Professional Resume Writer
A Customized Resume
Career Directors International
314-324-5756

Authorized DISC Administrator

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