Resume Writing

Resume Writing FAQs

• What should a resume include for a job search?

  Generally a professional resume starts with your name and contact details, followed by a summary statement. After that make sure the resume writer also lists keywords that apply to your industry (these sometimes appear after the work experience section). Follow that with work experience (company name, job title, date of employment), making sure to list key accomplishments. Only list relevant jobs over the last 10 years. Then add your education, any relevant training or certifications and additional information (such as linkedin profile, career goals, volunteering, honors and awards).

• Why do you need a professional resume writing service?

  A professionally written resume is your best chance to get the attention of a potential employer during a job interview. Most career experts who are hiring only spend a few seconds looking at a resume. Your resume must stand out and immediately grab the interest of the job search expert, otherwise it could end up in the discard pile if you don't get it right. This is where it's highly advisable to find and use professional resume writing services only.

• Why do resumes get rejected?

  Generally a career expert spends from 5 to 9 seconds reading your resume before making a decision. If your resume gets rejected it's because it doesn't showcase how you match the position you are applying for. Poor formatting, the inclusion of non-essential information or too much information, and grammatical and spelling errors are other typical reasons for rejection. This is where getting help from a professional resume writer makes sense.

• What are the most popular resume formats?

  There are three main resume formats: Reverse-chronological resumes list work experiences and skills in reverse-chronological order. This is the most common resume format. Functional resumes focus on skills as opposed to chronology and work experiences. Combination resumes are hybrids of the above resume formats. They highlight your work experience in reverse-chronological order, but also have sections on your skillset. The format you choose will depend on the nature of the position you’re applying for.

• How long should a resume be?

  Some job advertisements specify how long they’d like your resume to be. In this case, it’s important to stick to these guidelines. If no length is specified, one or two pages is ideal. However, it’s important to remember that being concise is key—short, to-the-point resumes are preferable to lengthy resumes. This is because some vacancies receive dozens, or even hundreds, of applications. Recruiters seldom want to read through dozens of long applications that waffle or include irrelevant information.

• Do I need a different resume for every job I apply to?

  Ideally, yes. Since each job requires different skills and capabilities, it’s a good idea to adapt your resume depending on the job you’re applying to. For example, if you’re applying for a job in marine biology, your experience in volunteering at the aquarium would be relevant, but if you’re applying for an administrative position, you should highlight your experience as a virtual assistant. However, the basic structure and information on your resume can stay the same.