Career Link Resume 101
Career Link Resume 101
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This video provided by Career Link of the Lehigh Valley is one of many resources that walk you through how to write a resumé
Tip #1:
Tip #1:
Make it Legible
Make it Legible
Make it Legible
Use legible font (Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri)
Make sure the font is the right size (between 10 and 12)
Use standards margins
Tip #2:
Tip #2:
Be Consistent
Be Consistent
Be Consistent
Make sure bullet points are formatted the same way throughout the résumé
Have consistent formatting (ex: using bullet points to highlight achievements and responsibilities the same way in different sections of résumé)
Be consistent with font size and style (ex: bold and italics)
Tip #3:
Tip #3:
Show Impact
Show Impact
• List past jobs in chronological order, from most recent to oldest
• Include meaningful information about how you benefited employers in previous positions
• Use action verbs and give specific examples (ex: planned and implemented social activities to form a cohesive community)
Tip #4:
Tip #4:
Strive to be Different
Strive to be Different
• Highlight talents that can be relevant to the position or company
• Being fluent in a different language can give you an upper hand
• Describe situations that highlight your leadership skills
TIP # 5:
TIP # 5:
Edit Carefully
Edit Carefully
• Proofread! One simple typo can ruin your chances of getting an interview
• Show that you are a results-driven professional
• Do not be afraid to get help from your School Counselor
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