For Jobseekers

Most Resume Writers charge $400+ for this strategy.

If you are a jobseeker struggling to find your next employer, these eight steps will get you closer to your goals:

1. Think of the letter *F* when writing your resume. The top is the most valuable real estate. (You have 6 seconds to grab attention)

2. Leave off your street address. Keep the City or region on there.
(If commute or relocation is not an issue)

3. Use the term Professional Summary as the first entry.
(Not Objectives. You are a professional)

4. Think of two or three of your major projects, accomplishments or successful outcomes. (What are you remembered for? Your *legacy*)

5. Use the one that best aligns with the job you are applying for.
(In your professional summary)

6. Use the others as the first bullet points under Experience
(Switch them out based on the jobs you apply for)

7. Avoid *Fluff* words like “Strong,” “Out of the Box,” “Energetic”
(Adjectives used by everyone else and mean nothing)

8. Instead, write about your responsibilities’ using scale, scope or results.
(Hard numbers speak volumes)

BONUS: Add a one-liner before adding bullet points explaining the company’s industry and size. (If the company may be unrecognized)

This can be helpful if you are a newcomer. Not every recruiter will recognize the organization if it’s outside the USA/Canada.

Or if the job description suggests a specific type of similar industry experience and its not noticeable.

(start-up, large org but in a very niche position, etc)

Only YOU can create your opportunities. This starts with a resume that impacts the reader as soon as they look at it.

Good Luck to all jobseekers!

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