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The purpose of a resume is to sell “yourself.” Every word on a resume should stem toward that purpose. A resume is like an outline in that it gives a thesis statement and then defines the main points of the essay. Consider the thesis or purpose of a resume is to sell “yourself.” The main points are your experience, education, and abilities. The audience is your prospective employer. Keep it simple while using “buzz” words or key words that the employer will see when scanning the resume.

The first step in writing a resume is to determine what your objectives are. What type of job do you want? What type of salary do you want? Design your objective to work for the current position you are wanting and add to this what you would like to do in five years.

Writing a resume is like presenting “yourself” to the employer. It is important to actively sell your qualifications to the employer based on experience, education, and personal abilities.

Always use action words that will bring life to your resume. Key words are important in describing your experience and education. Often employers scan the resumes and these key words will stand out from other resumes. Carefully select each word using concrete nouns and positive modifiers. 
Do not use bold print, italics, or underlining in designing the resume. If you have used key words these will stand out without having to use mechanical tools to emphasize them.

One of the most important things you can do in a resume is to be honest. If the employer finds you were not completely honest on your resume it will close the opportunity for that position. It is important to be honest in creating your resume. Let it state what experiences you have as well as listing your strengths in different areas. While you should not be negative with a resume, honesty is essential.

Resumes should be customized to fit the position you are wanting. No one-size-fits all resume will attract the attention of the employer as well as a resume designed for the specific position and specific company.

Check the resume for mistakes. If you do not know how to spell the name of something use the Internet to find the right spelling. List complete names and addresses of the places you have worked. Remember that your resume is like giving someone a business card. It is your calling card for the employer to invite you for an interview. Ask a friend to scan over your resume looking for key terms, and then ask the friend to read each word of the resume. Rewrite, rewrite, and rewrite are the keys to a successful resume.
Presenting a resume that is free of all errors and looks professional are the first steps in getting the resume read. Use key words to emphasize skills and education. Be honest with the employer about the experience you have.

Create a resume that is designed specifically for the position you are wanting. Do research to find out more information about the company and use this in customizing your resume. Remember that a resume is a calling card to open the doors for interviews.

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