How To Write A Resume – Top 5 Resume Tips That Will Get You The Interview

Jeff & Mike (The Interview Guys) show you how to write a great resume using 5 key tips. Writing a professional resume with the proper format will go a long way to getting your foot in the door.

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MIKE
Hi I’m Mike, and this is my friend Jeff. But you probably know us as the Interview Guys. Today Jeff and I are talking about one of the most important requirements for getting a job interview, your resume.

JEFF
Whether you are applying for a job as a cashier at a donut shop like our friend Shirley here, or as the CEO of a major corporation, your resume is an extremely important part of your job search.

MIKE
I bet you wish you were applying for a job here Jeff…I mean you come here so much that you may as well work here.

JEFF
What can I say? I’m a bit of a long john guy.

MIKE
A few more donuts and you’ll be looking like a “wide john” guy…anyway…your resume acts as the first impression with your potential employer, and ultimately can be the deciding factor in whether or not you even get an interview.

JEFF
That’s why we’ve decided to give you our Top 5 tips for getting the most out of your resume. And make sure you watch this video until the end, because we’re going to show you exactly how to make sure your resume stands out against all of your competition. So what’s the first tip Mike?

MIKE
Our first resume tip is to keep it simple in terms of design. If your resume looks cluttered and confusing to you, imagine what the hiring manager is going to think – That you’re a cluttered and confused employee. You also want to stay away from using any fancy designs and fonts. That means none of your signature smiley faces or hearts, okay Jeff?

JEFF
Copy that Mike. Tip #2 is that you need to include important keywords in your resume. Companies nowadays use digital database technology to scan resumes for important keywords, meaning, that if you don’t have those keywords in your resume than your resume won’t get put in the “yes” pile! You can generally find the best keywords to use in the job description.

MIKE
Our third resume tip is to use what we like to call “power words”. Instead of writing that you “worked on this or that”, try using more effective vocabulary like “implemented”, “developed”, “initiated” or “executed”. These power words will show the potential employer that you are capable and intelligent.

JEFF
Tip #4 is to remember to tailor your resume to the job you are applying for. Every job you apply for is going to have a unique set of requirements, and you should ensure that your experience and skills are completely aligned with those requirements. You should have a different, unique resume for every job you apply for.

MIKE
And last but not least, Tip #5 is to consider getting professional help. While you are definitely capable of putting together an acceptable resume, in today’s grueling job market, sometimes “acceptable” just isn’t enough. It’s really important that you stand out, so having a professional writer in your corner will not only save you a ton of time, but also ensure your first impression is a memorable one.

JEFF
Mike’s right. A lot of our students use resume-writing and editing services with great success. So we wanted to go out and try a few of them out, and see which ones we liked the best. We found one that did a really great job, and have written a review for it.

MIKE
If you think you need some help with your resume, we suggest that you read the review right away! These professionals will help you with using keywords, tailoring your resume to the job you’re interviewing for, and ensure that your resume gets put on the “yes pile” every time!

WEBSITE: http://interviewmastersystem.com

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Want to get yourself out of a bad situation and into a better one? Learn How to Write a Resume first.

A solid resume is the first step.

Step 1: Write name in bold w/ info
Write your name in bold at the top of the page, followed by your address, phone numbers, and email address. Then center the whole thing.

Tip: It also helps to make your heading slightly bigger than the rest of your resume so it stands out at the top of the page.

Step 2: List work history
List your work history, starting with your most recent position. Include the place of employment, the dates you were employed there, and the type of job you performed.

Tip: If it’s your job titles that are impressive, lead with them in bold. If the places you worked are more impressive than what you actually did there, bold them instead.

Step 3: Summarize positions
Give a brief summary of what you did at each position.

Step 4: Adjust to job description
Look closely at the description of the job you’re applying for, and adjust what you’ve written to emphasize your most relevant skills and experience.

Tip: If you’re not applying for a specific job, use an ‘Objective’ line to describe what kind of work you’re looking for and why you want it.

Step 5: Leave spaces
Leave at last three spaces between job summations so your resume is easy to read—even if that means shortening some sections.

Step 6: List education
When you’re done listing former jobs, list your education, including the school you graduated from and the degree you earned there.

Step 7: List personal information
After your education, list any personal information—like hobbies, interests, or skills—that pertain to the job you’re seeking. But leave out the stupid stuff—if you’re applying for a job as a mortician, nobody cares if you can juggle.

Tip: The most relevant skills to include are proficiency in a foreign language and knowledge of a specific computer application or platform.

Step 8: Offer references
Always offer to make ‘references available upon request’ at the end of your resume. It’s classy—and if you actually have them, it’s even better.

Step 9: Spell-check your work
Be sure to spell-check your work, and ask a friend to look it over before you print it out.

Step 10: Print resume
When your resume is letter-perfect, print it out on the special paper of your choice.

Did You Know?
On average, for every 200 resumes reviewed, only one interview is granted.

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