Self Assessing Your Resume
Where do you turn when you need to write a resume? If not writing from scratch, you should remember that it is important to ALWAYS update your resume so that this "ticket to an interview" is ready for use when an opportunity presents itself. The following questions will allow you to self assess your resume:
- Did I check my resume for 100% accuracy?
- Are key words included in the top 30% of my resume?
- Is it clear and easy to read with appropriate spacing?
- Did I list at least 10 years of relevant previous work experience?
- Did I list all education and professional certifications?
- Does my resume highlight my accomplishments and the impact they had on my prior site?
- Do I have a competencies section that lists all career specific skills?
- Do I have the qualification summary section completed?
- Is my verbiage clear and professional (no jargon)?
- Is my information honest and ethical?
- Does it grab the reader's attention immediately?
- Are my responsibilities clear and understandable?
- Did I avoid abbreviations/acronyms?
- Do I have any unexplained employment gaps on my resume (be prepared to discuss or explain if so)?
These are just the very BASICS as you review your resume. Remember that your resume is your "ticket to your interview."