Writing a Competitive Resume That Converts
The sole aim of writing a resume is to catch the attention of the hiring manager. If your resume does not attract the hiring manager, then the purpose has been defeated.
When writing a resume in this era, you need to be strategic. Show how you made effective changes in your previous positions and the results of these changes. If you do this, you tell them, ‘I am strategic enough to bring positive changes to your organisation if you let me’.
Many of you may get scared hearing this. However, one of the secrets of writing your resume this way is that it helps you understand the job description and crafts your accomplishments around it. Don’t stop there; add figures to make it captivating and specific.
Crafting the job description to sync with your accomplishments demonstrates that your competencies and experiences align with the needs of the hiring manager.
Presenting yourself this way doesn’t just tell the hiring managers what you can do. It shows them how effectively you can wield the skills you possess.
While crafting your resume, ensure it isn’t bland. Use strong action words because of the energy they command. Also, make use of specific examples to make it engaging enough.
Here is an article I found really helpful. It talks about the designs, structures, and formats your resume can take. Since I didn’t discuss resume designs, you should check them out. Tell me what you think and what resume style you’ve been using or would like to use.
Finally, make every word count. Remove pronouns and make use of percentages instead of approximates and unspecific values.
However, if you hit a brick wall doing this, you can reach out to me or leave a comment for assistance.
What other strategy would you recommend when writing a resume?
