We believe a resume is more important than a marks card. It should highlight your personality and uniqueness.
Our collective experience has shown there are lesser number of resumes which have an immediate impact and than those which do.
Studies have shown, every resume has a lasting impact, especially as you rise up the ladder.
We recommend everyone should start building a high impact resume. And be prepared for several iterations of the same, throughout their career.
Building an Awesome Resume: Tips and Best Practices
Let us explain.
There are two important guidelines in resume preparation.
Language:
Language ensures that the right impact / reaction is elicited in all the main sections of the resume.
White Space:
White space ensures the reader is drawn to your major strengths.
In today’s competitive job market, having an awesome resume is essential for catching the attention of potential employers. Remember, your resume is the first impression. After joining a company, many a times your superiors will go back to your resume to check on your additional skills, etc. Here are basic tips and best practices to help you create an effective resume that highlights your skills and experiences.
1. Tailor Your Resume for Each Job Application
One of the most effective ways to catch an employer’s eye is to customize your resume for each position you apply for. We help to review the job description carefully and align your skills and experiences with the specific requirements of the role. We advise you on using keywords, simple yet effective language, as this can also help your resume get noticed by applicant tracking systems the employer may be using.
2. Choose the Right Format
There are various resume formats to choose from. We work with you to select formats and customize them. However, every resume has some standard features and the most common are:
- Chronological: Lists work experience in reverse chronological order. Ideal for those with a solid work history related to the position.
- Functional: Keep a section exclusive for your skills.
We help you in choosing a format that best highlights your strengths and fits your professional background.
3. Keep It Concise
Generally, a resume should be one page, especially for entry-level positions or those with less than 10 years of experience. We help you to pack your resume into one page which is the ideal format. In cases of extensive experience, two pages may be acceptable. We help you to be concise chose the right words and only include information that is relevant to the job you are applying for.
4. Use Clear, Professional Language
Your resume should reflect professionalism. We will use action verbs (e.g., developed, managed, led) to describe your responsibilities and achievements. We also avoid jargon or overly complex language, as clarity is key. We proofread your resume multiple times to eliminate any errors in spelling, grammar, or punctuation. We follow these simple guidelines and keep the lines short and brief with maximum impact.
5. Showcase Achievements, Not Just Responsibilities
Instead of simply listing job duties, we highlight your accomplishments in each role. We help you use quantifiable metrics where possible to demonstrate your impact, such as:
- “Increased sales by 20% over six months.”
- “Reduced costs by 10% through strategic cost optimizations.”
These specific achievements provide evidence of your capabilities and make your resume more compelling.
6. Include Relevant Skills
Together, we make sure to include a skills section that highlights both hard and soft skills relevant to the position. Examples include technical skills (e.g., software proficiency), communication abilities, project management, and problem-solving skills.
7. Professional Appearance
The visual layout of your resume matters. We assist you in using consistent fonts, sizes, and spacing. Bullet points can help make your information easy to read. A clean and organized design enhances readability and creates a positive impression.
8. Add Optional Sections
We will work with you to add sections that enhance your resume, such as:
- Certifications: Relevant industry certifications can demonstrate your expertise.
- Volunteer Work: Volunteering can show leadership and commitment, especially if you lack extensive work experience.
- Professional Summary: A brief statement at the top can summarize your career goals and highlight why you’re a strong candidate.
Creating a standout resume takes time, but the effort is worth it. By tailoring your resume for each job, choosing the right format, keeping it concise, and showcasing your achievements, you’ll significantly increase your chances of landing an interview.
Let us make it clear that we do not create a resume and hand it over to you. Just think it over. If we do 100% of the work it will be our resume and not yours! And, you will not benefit as much as you should. On the other hand, when we create the resume in a co-operative fashion we will also use our career expertise to guide you accordingly. This will result in a complete shift in your approach to creating your resume!
But, you need to know how we work. Though the testimonials given below are a proof our capabilities we give you an opportunity to try our services.
This is also the reason that the first scan and discussion will be FREE!. Later, if you are interested you can pay a standard fee of Re. 5000/- Re. 2500/- only and get a resume which reveals your best!
Our Resume Building Services
Freshers –
First scan is FREE!. This will include a read of your resume, discussion of your aspirations, content you can add, formats you should consider.
Later, if you are interested you can pay a standard fee of Re. 5,000/- Re. 2,500/-.
With this service, you will get complete support which includes research on the type of jobs you are aiming for, detailed discussion spread over 3 sessions of one hour each, preparation of initial draft on MS Office and finalization of your resume..
10 or More yrs of Experience –
First scan is FREE!. This will include a detailed read of your resume, discussion of your aspirations, companies or institutions you can apply for, content you can add, formats you should consider.
Later, if you are interested you can pay a standard fee of Re. 5,000/- Re. 9,500/-.
With this service, you will get complete support which includes research on the type of jobs you are aiming for, detailed discussion spread over 6 sessions of one hour each, preparation of initial draft on MS Office and finalization of your resume.
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