10 killer resume tips

10 KILLER RESUME TIPS 1.Make your words sell While writing a career objective don’t say about what you are looking for in the company like “seeking a position…….” instead include something which say that you are fit for the job Tip: Pay close attention towards the “desired candidate profile” in the job posting and say that you can justify it © http://www.snbc.co.in/resume/

10 KILLER RESUME TIPS 2.Include a Professional Email Address While providing an email address make sure that you don’t include a fancy one like Hackshakz @****.com which questions about your ethics in searching a job. Tip: Include your name followed by surname and don’t put any lengthy string of numbers or characters © http://www.snbc.co.in/resume/

10 KILLER RESUME TIPS 3.Make It Short But Informative Don’t make your resume too large, as no one is interested in reading a fairy tale or an essay about you. Make it short but informative. It can be up to 3 pages in length but should be readable i.e. well organized Tip: Don’t deviate the recruiter. Make the points clear and concise © http://www.snbc.co.in/resume/

10 KILLER RESUME TIPS 4.You must accomplish something Rather than using the word “responsible for something” say them that you have done something for the job task that has increased you proficiency in the field. Tip: Avoid using the words “responsible” instead use an action verb like “achieved, delegated” etc.. © http://www.snbc.co.in/resume/

10 KILLER RESUME TIPS 5.Don’t Make It a Common Resume People tend to use the same resume for all the jobs that they apply for. This is to be avoided, as your resume must clearly show that you fit for the position that you are applying for. Tip : Include any professional experience in the field you are applying for. © http://www.snbc.co.in/resume/

10 KILLER RESUME TIPS 6.Proof read before submitting it Check for any spelling mistakes or change in font sizes here and there in your resume as it resembles your carelessness, which could throw you out of the race. Tip : Strictly confine a font size while writing and don’t over edit it. © http://www.snbc.co.in/resume/

10 KILLER RESUME TIPS 7.Make it readable Highlight your key strengths, achievements and accomplishments clearly and keep an eye on the layout used. Make sure it is saved in a format that a browser must be able to open it and make it readable when sent through a mail. Tip: Save in pdf or .doc format which is supported by all major browsers. © http://www.snbc.co.in/resume/

10 KILLER RESUME TIPS 8.Clear Out Any Irrelevant Information Don’t list your hobbies, unless they support the current position you are applying for. Leave out any unprofessional achievements that are not necessary for the current job application. Tip : Stay away from listing any unprofessional information. © http://www.snbc.co.in/resume/

10 KILLER RESUME TIPS 9.Don’t Lie Be accurate in what you write. Don’t include any skills or achievements that come to your mind. The recruiter is wise enough to detect it and could be the last opportunity that you have attended an interview. Tip: Just include the things “what you are good at” © http://www.snbc.co.in/resume/

10 KILLER RESUME TIPS 10.Include your education Even if you don’t have any professional experience, a relevant education can fetch you a job. So make sure you highlight your educational qualifications. Tip : Present your educational background chronologically. © http://www.snbc.co.in/resume/

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