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TIPS from "Ugly resumes get JOBS!"
1. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
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If you have all the required experience listed in a
job posting, but lack the “preferred education”,
apply to the job anyway. Some companies value
experience over education!
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2. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
02
One way to find the hidden job market is to read
the discussion feeds on LinkedIN (or other Social
Networking Groups), often recruiters will post jobs
there.
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3. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
03
Don’t use spreadsheet programs, such as Microsoft
Excel, to create your resume. Only use word
processing programs such as Microsoft Word.
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4. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
04
Just remember, this too shall pass. Do not focus
on the job you’ve lost or the horrible one you still
have, focus on what will be gained.
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5. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
05
Including previous accomplishments in your profile
will help your resume stand out!
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6. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
06
Do not assume the person reading your resume is
male, by addressing the reader as “Dear Sirs”.
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7. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
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In today’s technology driven employment market,
the content and file type of your resume is by far
more important than the appearance of the
resume.
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8. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
08
If you author a business related blog that
showcases your industry expertise, then include it in
your contact information.
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9. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
09
If you were terminated from a previous job
because of a prohibited act, do not include this
information on your resume. The interview is the
appropriate time to discuss the situation.
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10. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
10
Some positions are harder to fill than others. If you
find a job posting that is older than 60+ days, don’t
assume it has been filled – apply! You may find a
recruiter anxiously awaiting your resume!
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11. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
11
Be sure to update all potential employers with any
changes to your telephone number or email
address.
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12. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
12
Don’t use nicknames, if someone lists their contact
name as Robert, then address them as “Robert”,
not “Bob” or “Rob”.
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13. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
13
Most recruiters will instantly delete an email / cover
letter addressed to someone else or a generic
email blast to multiple recruiters. Take 30 seconds
and customize each correspondence.
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14. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
14
To cope with the stress of unemployment take
some action every day. Understandably you will
take days off (parties, events, game day), even on
those days send out two emails, you will thank us
for it.
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15. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
15
Don’t list obsolete software and hardware on your
resume. These antiquated skills will depict you as
someone who is behind-the-times.
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16. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
16
Create a profile on LinkedIN! Network profiles
receive a fairly high PageRank in Google, this is a
great way to influence what people learn about
you.
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17. TIPS from resumes get JOBS!
There’s over 50 more Tips in the book along with:
- How to increase your resume visibility
- How to get noticed by recruiters
- How recruiting company’s look for Ugly Resumes
- How to leverage WEB 2.0 to job hunt for you
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