Resume writing

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Do you need a few commonsense, easy, helpful tips to write a super job winning resume?

Writing a resume that appeals to a future employer needs careful consideration.

You do need to stand out in the crowd, but sometimes overdoing it can be detrimental.

Here are some basic but helpful tips-

Always check spelling and grammar. A simple rule but is often overlooked.

Always list your most recent employment first. Then list all others but don’t put too much information in especially if the jobs are not relevant to the one you are applying for. Include your previous employers name, your job title, the dates you were employed there and your job role.

Think carefully about any responsibilities or experience you may have gained that will be looked upon favourably

in the position you are applying for.

Your birthdate and marital status are not compulsory inclusions in resumes but you may find that this information helps your application.

Give this some thought.

Ensure your contact details are correct and you have an appropriate sounding email address and voice mail message.

You want to create a good impression!

Don’t waffle on-keep your resume clear and concise with as much information as you can in a few carefully chosen words.

Employers will have many resumes to read.

Include education information if you have just completed your schooling, otherwise tertiary information is all that is required.

Make your resume look professional, suitably bound without too many coloured, fancy fonts. The simpler the better.

Choose your referees carefully and make sure that their contact details are correct and that you have contacted them to let them

know when you apply for a position.

Your resume is the first impression an employer gets of you.

Make it count so that you have the opportunity to get to the next all important step-the interview!