If you are hunting for a job like me and are looking to jump start your career, this helpful infographic by TopCounselingSchools.org is definitely worth a close read!
The simple fact is that in many places around the world, the economy has stagnated and finding a job can be tough, so you need to make sure you have a top notch CV! In fact 1 in 4 HR managers will receive over 50 resumes per post! And 1 in 10 will receive over a hundred resumes!
Writing a resume is practically an art. You have to understand reading habits, human psychology, how to target and audience, and numerous other factors. For example, 77 percent of HR managers look for relevant skills, while only 44% are hunting for specific experience.
So how do you make your resume sexier? First, make sure the writing is clean, short, and simple. In general, it is best to use bullet points. Second, identify keywords associated with your job. Why? Often HR managers use software programs to hunt down resumes with the right keywords. And also, make sure you come off as confident!
And always, always double check for typos! A typo is probably the quickest way to get your resume chucked.
Check out this infographic for more info!
