Ten Easy Steps To A New And Improved Resume

Written by NOEES Employment Centre Staff

  1. Research the job(s) you are applying for first so you can appropriately reflect the relevant skills and experience you have for that job in your resume.

  2. If possible, keep your resume to one page or two at the maximum. It is usually not necessary to include anything on your resume that is from over ten years ago.

  3. Ensure that every resume you give to an employer is a fresh copy with clean ink and paper. Resumes may be the only impression of you that an employer has, so make it a good impression.

  4. Make your resume unique to you by including examples of how you demonstrated your skills and accomplishments. Instead of just saying that you give excellent customer service, list any awards or recognition you have received for your excellent customer service.

  5. Determine the best style of resume that will work for the job you want. There are three basic styles which are: Chronological resumes, Functional resumes, and Combination resumes. The style you use may depend on how your skills and experience match the job you are applying for.

  6. If emailing your resume, create it in a common word processing program like Microsoft Word in a version that will be compatible with most employers’ computers. Try to avoid extensive formatting in case it does not translate well on the employers’ computer when viewing your resume.

  7. Spell check and grammar check your resume several times! Have friends and family also look over your resume for their feedback.

  8. Include a cover letter with your resume.

  9. Give a copy of your resume to your references so they can have more knowledge about your background and qualifications. It may help with your job search too!

  10. If submitting your resume in person, always give it with a smile!