Resume writing strategies

I wish the initial screening process were more fair. But with the sheer volume and plagiarism going around, it surely is not, so deal with it. Here's how I manage my plans:
  1. Treat the initial stage like a gaming process. Put just enough details so they are intrigued and pick up the phone to call you.
  2. It is not a kitchen sink of all you have ever done. No one cares, not even your Mom, seriously.
  3. Plan the writing knowing that the recruiter will decide in under 15-seconds glance at your resume if they want to move forward with your profile or now. Read on and you'ed see how I target resume writing.

Tips to make your resume appealing

  1. Evaluate of you resume passes this 30-second resume review rule https://www.forbes.com/sites/allbusiness/2016/11/19/the-30-second-resume-5-tips-to-get-noticed. 
  2. Highlight quantitative achievements, any unique works, patents done. In the introduction talk to a industry problem, a visionary perspective and how your work is tailored to solve that. Oh I forgot to mention do all this upfront, first paragraph of the resume 
  3. Be generous with white space, it helps highlight specific sections well. Remember #1 above? Fitting a resume in two pages does not mean you alter the page layout, reduce the header space 
  4. Lastly, give your work a forward-looking value benefits slant versus things you have done verbatim. Make the resume stimulating for the recruiter, hiring manager. You should visualize them with a smile on their faces when they read your resume. 

I can help you!

  1. Send me 2-3-job requisitions that you are targeting now. Perhaps one for a role you'd target in the next 2-3 years. I'll review the market trends, expectations, and any gaps I see. That will help set the stage for #2 below.
  2. One 90-min zoom interview call: We discuss the type of work you've done, accolades, and tangible details. It's a little like a therapy session, we go into what you liked and did not like about the past roles, proud moments etc. 
  3. I am not a fan of fluffy cliche meaningless words. I focus on verbs that showcase outcomes, measurable impact on the business. I'll scoop those details from you if and when we talk. 
  4. 3-hours to create the first draft in a template with my creativity.
  5. 30-mins feedback session. If we need any further edits, those will be complementary.​​

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