Career Snapshot
A career snapshot immediately informs the hiring manager of your capabilities and gives an idea of your natural career progression. Ideally, this section should be listed on the first page of your resume. Read more »
Professional Attributes In A Resume
This section in your resume should demonstrate your core intangible strengths – i.e. your personal attributes.
You’ve most probably noticed that most advertisements ask for certain attributes of the applicant. This may be fantastic communication skills, great analytical abilities, or strong strategic skills. Read more »
Resume Profile
99% of recruiters rate a Resume Profile as a MUST. However, this powerful section of your resume needs to contain the right mix of information. Written incorrectly, it can blow your chances of gaining an interview. Read more »
Order of Relevance: where should you insert your information in the resume?
There’s no hard and fast rule about what information should go where. However, you should never lose sight of the fact that your résumé is a “marketing” document, and therefore should be showcasing your abilities and relevant credentials in a manner which is applicable to your situation (and appealing to the hiring manager). Read more »
Voluntary Work
Do you include Voluntary Involvement in a résumé these days, and if yes, how much do you include and what is appropriate? Read more »
Being A Little Bit Different!
In some cases, a résumé and covering letter may not be required – particularly when a position is not advertised. To gain exposure in a competitive marketplace you may wish to try other options. For example, a notice on a noticeboard, or an advertisement in your local paper. Read more »
