by Linda Matias
During the job hunters market of the 1990s, employers were settling for less than qualified candidates because the candidate pool was so small. Job hunters were able to name their price and employers were meeting their demands.
The job climate is much different today than it was a few years ago. Job hunters have forgotten how to present themselves to a prospective employer. Their job search skills are poor and they are struggling to find employment.
In todays job market, a resume which highlights accomplishments and skills is essential for career success. It is time to get back to the basics. Employers are no longer settling for the average job candidate. The ball is in their court now and they have the upper hand.
Your resume is your calling card. Therefore, it should stand out from the rest and go the extra mile in presenting you as the most qualified candidate.
An effective resume is
- Your ticket to an interview
The resume serves as an introduction of your qualifications. Its sole purpose is to win an interview.
- The agenda setter for the interview
Interviewers will use your resume as a gauge for interview questions.
- A reminder
Once the interview is over, the hiring manager has their notes and your resume as a reminder of your qualifications. While you dont have control over what the interviewer decides to write in their notes, you do have control over what is written in your resume. For the most part, the res...
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