Spring is a great time to begin looking for a new role. As the weather begins to change, you may feel inspired to change your job as well.
One of the first steps in your job search involves updating your resume. You need your information to be as clear and accurate as possible to land the role you want.
Because resume writing continues to evolve, you want to stay current on the latest trends. This increases the odds of securing an interview for the job you want.
Implement these six tips to update your resume.
1. Include Your LinkedIn Profile
Your LinkedIn profile is designed to expand on the information included in your resume. Include a link to your profile in your resume heading.
- Make sure your current employer, job title, skills, and projects are updated.
- Show hiring managers you are equipped to take on the roles you apply for.
2. Tailor Your Resume for Each Job
Your resume needs to show you have the exact qualifications needed to fulfill the job duties and responsibilities. This is why your information must be customized to each job posting.
- Thoroughly research the job requirements.
- Clearly show how your education, skills, and experience make you well-equipped for the role.
- Include only the information relevant to the job.
3. Use Keywords from the Job Posting
Pepper throughout your resume the keywords used in the job posting. This helps your resume get past an applicant tracking system (ATS) and to a hiring manager.
- More companies are automating their resume screening through the use of an ATS.
- An ATS uses keywords to shortlist resumes for manager review.
- Including the main keywords in your resume shows you have the qualifications required to perform the work.
4. Share Your Objective
Clarify what you want to attain by taking on a position. Show how your experience has prepared you for success in the role.
- Include the challenges you resolved, the skills you used, and the results you achieved.
- Show how your successes that benefitted previous employers can be used to create successes for your next employer.
5. Create a Compelling Summary
Summarize how your qualifications make you best suited for the job. Mention how your experience can benefit the company.
- Point out your experience in a humble manner.
- Share how your accomplishments can add value to the organization.
6. Quantify Your Achievements
Use numbers to show how your effectiveness in past jobs can impact your next position. Include percentages, statistics, and ratios to demonstrate your work performance. The following are examples:
- “Led a team of five in planning and executing skills in monthly training seminars that increased employee retention by 50% and profits by 30%.”
- “Oversaw five-person HR staff responsible for upholding the relationships, retention, and production of 500 employees.”
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