Resume Tips

RESUME TIPS

• Think ahead :Don’t wait until the last minute to hand in your résumé, you could miss the deadline and risk not being considered for the job.

• Tailor your résumé. Many organizations electronically scan résumés and search  keywords, so, if your experience matches what the company is looking for, try to include the exact phrases and specific applications listed in the job description.
• Fragment it: If there is a lot of information, break it into separate sections with specific headings. Don’t write long sentences.

• Highlight skills: Highlight a "list" of skills you possess instead of showing how you used those abilities to impact the company's bottom line .

• Proof read. Never rely on spell check, even one misspelled word could put you in the “do not consider” pile.

• Make it presentable. Make sure your résumé looks clean and organized. Use white, letter-sized paper (8.5 x 11-inch) and a font that’s easy to read, like Times New Roman or Arial.

• Keep it concise. Try to keep your résumé as short as possible—ideally one page, two pages maximum.

• Be honest. Lying on your résumé is never a good idea. Many people who lie on their applications end up losing their jobs when their employers find out the truth.
• Be professional. Remember, this is a business document, so don’t include unnecessary embellishments like flashy paper or a picture of yourself.

By- Jesse Varghise

A2324710013