Resume is the first selling proposition of a candidate. Its the first source of introduction to the prospective employer. Its necessary to keep few points in mind while preparing resumes for job application. Introduce yourself in a better way and get a chance to face the interview.
Points to be kept in mind while preparing resumes -
1)Write a targeted resume according to the nature of the job if you have too many job experiences. Write specific resume for every job. No generic resume.
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Write about all the good work which you did for the organization. For example how you addressed a problem and found out a solution.
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If a person has worked for a single company for 20 to 30 years. He can mention different positions which he held in the company.
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Avoid Negativity - in interview and resume. No negative communication of any information of the previous company and no negative information about yourself.
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No Pictures - Avoid attaching any snap of yours until specifically asked for it.
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Don’t mess up your resume. Write about your qualifications and work experience in bullet points. Don’t mention in paragraphs. Its should be neat and clean and easily visible.
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If you are yet to complete your studies and applying for job. You can mention estimated date of completion.
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Sell yourself better.
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Don’t lie about any job experience and don’t play with past experiences. HR does reference checks and if you are caught you will be in big trouble.
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Get your resume checked by someone else. This will act as proof reading and will avoid mistakes if any in resume.
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Make one or two pages resume. Avoid making lengthy 4 to 5 pages resume.
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Don’t use Coloured papers to print resume. Use plain white A4 sheet.
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Update your resume regularly.
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Avoid lots of Coloured papers and short form initials because a non technical person may not understand it.
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No fancy Coloured fonts should be used in online resume.
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Avoid spelling mistakes and other grammatical errors.
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Don’t forget to sign your resume.
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Provide correct contact information with address, phone number and email id.
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Don’t include irrelevant information.
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Don’t include on your resume your height, weight, age, date of birth, place of birth, marital status, sex, ethnicity/race, health.
Keep the above points in mind and explore the real corporate world with your power packed resume.