Q. I know it’s okay to put awards you have won on your resume, but what about performance appraisals?
Q. I know it is a good idea to tailor a resume toward each position. But is it a problem that the applications I fill out will include positions that are not on my resume?
Q. I’ve always wondered if there is a fixed order that you need to follow when writing a resume. For example, do I have to list education and personal details first?
The importance of including quantifiable achievements on your resume is a constant theme in this blog. There is simply not a more effective way to communicate your potential impact than by outlining how you have made a positive impact in the past.
But that is not the whole story. Not only are quantifiable achievements important, the structure of these achievements – the way you present them on your resume – is also very important.
This month, since the guide is in trial mode, I am including it as a standard part of all resume writing projects at no extra charge. Clients will be left with job search documents and a robust guide that sets them up for success that goes beyond an outstanding resume.
Do you need to put that you know Microsoft Office on your resume or it assumed that you already know it?
I get a lot of questions about whether or not certifications and professional affiliations really add value and whether or not they make an individual a more attractive job candidate. Like so many areas in the world of employment and career development, the answer is unsatisfyingly vague… It all depends.
We all know that it is important to include specific, quantifiable achievements on your resume. But a truly powerful resume actually goes one step further. The most effective resumes give the reader insight into your potential impact.
Q. I’ve seen a few resumes where the person explains employment gaps in the experience section. I was told this was not a good idea. Is that still true?
Truly, life is too short to be spending the bulk of your week doing something you don’t love and/or doing it in a work environment that is toxic. As you assess what you’ll focus on in 2012 and what the year ahead will look like, I urge you to take steps to get your career on track. Here are three tips.
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