Career Advice Talk

College Grad Job Search Tip #2

20th March, 2008 - Posted by Robin Ogden -

Create a strong ‘targeted’ resume. A one-size-fits-all version is not in the game anymore. Employers expect you to know what you want and why you are interested in them ‘specifically’. So, do your research, find a position you believe you are qualified for and target your resume to that position. This is a sure way to stand apart from the competition and will also help you in preparing for a phone screen from the employer. Knowing the position and having researched the employer will speak strongly in your favor.

Action: Your resume should be no more than two pages – if it is, edit it back. The first page needs to grab them (or they’ll never even peek at the second page). So, break the first page into three specific categories – top third; your objective speaking from the standpoint of ‘what you will bring’ to the employer, not ‘what you want’ from the employer. Middle third; your accomplishment statements. Since you’re a New Grad you can place your educational accomplishments here. In addition, this is where you add what you’ve done in the past that shows you focus in on and deliver results. Bottom third is where you add your experience and carry on through the second page.

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Good luck and remember – just move forward!

Posted by Robin Ogden – FiredUP Careers

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