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The key to a successful resume is to be concise and focused! You have thirty to forty-five seconds to WOW the hiring manager.

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Resume Tips To Help You Stand Out

Tips for Formatting an Effective Resume

When formatting your resume, it's important to remember that your resume will be quickly scanned by the hiring manager, rather than read. Thirty to forty-five seconds is the time you have to impress your future employer and convince them to keep reading. Format your resume to sell yourself quickly and effectively.

Your resume should only be as long as it takes to get the point across. You can lose your reader's interest if your resume is too lengthy. A normal resume rule is not to exceed two (2) pages unless you are an executive. If you choose to use two pages, fill the entire second page.

Resumes need focus. Your resume should be customized to show that you meet the requirements of the specific job you are applying for. Do not be vague. Recruiters want to see an objective or profile that matches the position applied for, not a vague description such as "I'm seeking a challenging position with a dynamic organization that will allow me to employ my extensive skills and abilities to the fullest". If you want a specific position, say it.

General tips

Highlight skills, achievements, and what you've learned; not a duty list. Include sections highlighting your experience, putting the most relevant and recent information first.
Uphold a professional image. Funny email addresses may be meaningful to you, but to employers it represents a lack of professionalism. Keep your email appropriate.
Make sure your resume is consistent in formatting, font and content.
Your resume should be appealing to eye, free of grammatical errors, and current.
Font size should be 10-12 point, except your name, which should be 16-18 point.
Margins should be between .5 to 1 inches.
Make information stand out by using bold, italics, caps, and underlining.
A good objective statement answers what type of position you are seeking, what type of company/industry, and what strengths you will bring to the job.
Your skills and experience cannot overcome a weak resume. Solid qualifications and good references make no difference if the resume is deficient.
Your resume needs to sell yourself in order to be considered for the most lucrative jobs in your field.

FAQs

Q How long should my resume be?

Your resume should be no longer than two pages, unless you are an executive. Make sure to fill the entire second page if you choose to use two pages.

Q How should I format my resume?

Format your resume to sell yourself quickly and effectively. Highlight skills, achievements, and what you've learned rather than a duty list. Make sure your resume is consistent in formatting, font, and content.

Q What should I include in my resume?

Customize your resume to show that you meet the requirements of the specific job you are applying for. Include sections highlighting your experience, putting the most relevant and recent information first.