Do Some Spring Cleaning On Your Resume

When was the last time you got your resume out and dusted it off for a job search? It is very common for working adults to ignore their resume while they’re gainfully employed, which can lead to absolute panic when they need it again. The spring is a popular time for cleaning and sprucing up your home or your life, so why not take this time to review your resume and make some important adjustments that can help you in your next job search?

  • Do you have an objective statement? There is a lot of debate among recruiting professionals whether or not an objective is even important on a resume. Those who believe it shouldn’t be there are concerned that they are often too generic or could send the wrong message for the job. Develop a strong statement or consider leaving it off all together.
  • Do you list skills or accomplishments? At one time, resumes were simply a catalog of all the skills that a candidate possessed. However, in today’s competitive market those standby resumes aren’t enough to land the best jobs. Employers are looking for accomplishments. These accomplishments tell them whether or not you can be an asset to them, not just someone in a seat.
  • Is the resume too generic? It is also common today to customize your resume for each job. When you’re applying, take some time to review the company job description and edit your resume to be a better match for the company’s language. Generic resumes are quickly passed over in favor of those that reflect what the company really wants.
  • Do you have irrelevant information on it? Some job seekers include information about their hobbies or jobs they’ve held that aren’t applicable to their job search. You don’t need this information. Take off anything of a personal nature and never provide your date of birth or social security number. Only include hobbies if they directly affect the job for which you’re applying.
  • What is your ultimate goal? The most important thing you can do when reviewing your resume and sprucing it up this season is to know what you really want. What do you hope to accomplish by submitting this resume to companies? What job are you targeting? An unfocused job search can lead to an unfocused career. Recruiters or hiring managers will be impressed by a job candidate who can articulate their plan.

Are you ready to kick off your job search this spring? CornerStone Staffing is now hiring for jobs in Dallas so contact us today!

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