We have spent the last 15 years working as a placement agency and trying to help people find that first “career” job; trying to help them make the transition from student to employee. We see the same mistakes over and over again. Here are a couple of things to be aware of as you search for that fresh start.
1. The Skim Rule - Understand that most recruiters will only take less than 30 seconds to skim a resume for further review. Are your skills and abilities described in such a way that they leap off the page. Large companies now use recruiting software to determine which resumes will be processed for further review. If your resume is inconsistent, uses incorrect terminology for the position you’re applying for, or is cluttered you might not make the cut.
2. Spell check, spell check, spell check - Then review for proper grammar and usage. We can’t tell you how many resumes are ignored each day because the grammar, spelling or word usage is improper. If you don’t take the time to verify that the resume you’re sending is correct, how careful will you be with your potential employer’s information?
3. Acronyms and Jargon - Unless the jargon or acronym is standard in the industry try to avoid it. If the recruiter does not understand what you are referring too, then they are unlikely to continue reviewing the resume. Take the time to define and describe your acronyms, jargon or software functions.
4. Contact Phone Number - You’ve put your contact phone number on your resume. Is it actually a number you can be reached at? If you are using your cell phone will you be able to keep the service current and turned on? Will other people be answering the phone? Will they know how to take a message?
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