Tips for writing resume for a job

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Tips for writing resume for a job Tips for writing resume for a job Now resume is a most important factor for applying a job. Resume is a medium that says your short details about you. Your CV is just the ticket to get you that initial foot in the door and secure an interview. So you must draft your resume in the best

possible manner. Below there are some helpful tips to writing a resume. Your CV must include the following sections. 1. Highlight Unique Information about you 2. Your job history 3. Your qualification and education details 4. Experiences or skills 5. References on Request 6. Your signature Generally recruiters will have not enough time to read your full resume and make a judgment about your CV in 10 seconds. Within this time the most important factor will be the headings that listed in your CV. So you must try to write to descriptive information about you as possible. Your resume should be between 2-3 pages in length and mention unique information in resume that defers from your competitor. You should try to avoid writing your strengths and weaknesses.


If you are going to describe your past professional achievements, it would be a good idea to improve your chances.

Use a appropriate standard font size such as Arial. Use suitable heading for writing an attractive resume and leave a short white space. Always try to keep it simple. Use powerful and appreciate words which is relevant to your own career goals. Always try to use plain English. As example Use of the word “Operated” instead of “Engaged in the operation of”. Write your highest level of education and skills details first. Put the most recent experiences or skills at the top of your listed skills. Don’t try to update your hobbies or interests. As example I know you proud of your cricket team, you can share it with your friends but not with potential recruiters. Use Mr. Mrs. Prefix, so that recruiters will not confuse about your gender. You must remove your older work skills/experiences. It is a good practice to update your resume regularly. Add your new information about your academic qualification and courses, training programs etc. If you know reputed person such as presidents and CEOs. Always you should use a decent printer to use a paper version of your CV. Don’t attach your image. You may like this link http://usjobs.apnaindia.com http://jobs.apnaindia.com


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