Sometimes writing a resume can be hard if you don’t know what you are doing. Understanding which information to include, how to format and learning about application tracking systems can be overwhelming at first. That is why we decided to compile a list of some of our most important tips for people that are getting ready to write a new resume.
27 Resume Tips
Presented by Rock My Resume
Use success verbs such as improved, produced, optimized and etc in the summary and job description of your resume.
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In Europe it is normal to include a picture in the resume. In the US you should never include your photo on your resume.
Include a well written and powerful summary at the top of the resume will go a long way in making a good impression.
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Getting a second opinion from an expert resume writer who understands how to build a resume will allow you to understand where you can make improvements.
Write in past tense for previous positions and write in present tense for any current position on your resume.
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Learn about the application tracking system and how you can build a resume that will pass through the software.
Keep your resume up to date with new relevant information.
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Try to refrain from repeating the same information and there is no need to include obvious skills e.g. Microsoft Word for a content editor.
Don’t include obvious skills and refrain from repeating the same information on the resume.
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Your email should be a personal email and not a work email and make sure it is professional and not something out of the ordinary.
If you are using bullet points make sure you limit them to five for each jobs description.
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Be specific about your experience and at the same time, keep it simple for the reader.
Build a resume that shows stability which sometimes means removing some of those short term jobs.
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Proofread your resume several times before you submit, the last place you want a typo is your resume.
Use a simple and professional format for your resume.
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Do not include any of your test scores or GPA in your resume.
Keep your resume to a maximum of two pages.
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List your jobs starting from the current or most recent and work your way backwards.
Use adjust your margins properly so the information fits neatly on the page.
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Fill your resume with a few keywords that can be found in targeted jobs posts online and include them in your resume to prepare for the application tracking system.
You don’t have to include every job on your resume choose wisely which positions you want to include.
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Use professional font such as Arial or Times New Roman.
Include numbers and data in your resume in order to make your achievements stand out.
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Creating more than one resume is always ideal so you can target positions more specifically.
Include a subheading in your resume that indicates your specialization and most recent position.
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Try to include the most relevant information in your resume.
Highlight your achievements for each position with your bullet points.
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