Resume Report Card Coralville IA

We all know about report cards. I am sure that for more than a few of you memories of dread and anticipation come flooding back as if it was just yesterday you were waiting with baited breath to see that math grade. Here I am going to provide information and examples to help you understand the ‘A’ resume – the one that gets you on the high honor roll (aka – the interview).

Your resume gets an A if: You have a strong headline with a corresponding paragraph (short) that follows to help set the tone of your document and allows the reader to quickly understand what you offer a potential employer. This section of the document is extremely important! This is where you capture the reader and engage the person with compelling overriding details of your expertise. See the example below:

Your resume gets a B if: you have the summary, but you failed to include the headline. The headline is important! That quickly tells the reader what you want to do. If it takes a hiring manager too long to figure out what position you are seeking, she will move on to the next candidate. Whether you are a sales professional or an attorney who specializes in M&A transactions, let the reader know. Here’s another example (with the headline) for an attorney:

If your resume does not contain these elements: Do Not Pass Go. Do Not Collect $200. You should immediately revise your document so that it incorporates the necessary compelling information to quickly sell your skills and abilities to a potential hiring manager. There is no ‘C’ when it comes to your resume; you immediately go to ‘F’. Why? If you are not getting the interviews, you cannot get your next role. It is imperative that your resume market you effectively. To that end you should ensure that your headline and summary data, including the core competency sections are revised as you apply for opportunities to ensure that you have captured key information that meets the needs of the position.
Good Luck!

Debra...