Use Your Resume to Tell a Story

Use Your Resume to Tell a Story If someone who did not know you read your resume, what information would she take away? Would she be able to articulate any of the following? Austin professionals succeed with these job career tips What skills you have What you have accomplished in your career What your experiences demonstrate What kind of job you would be ideal for Whats the Story Your Resume is Telling? A good resume tells your story. It demonstrates where you have been, what you have accomplished, the skills you have developed and the achievements you have made. Would a person reading your resume hear your story? Better yet, would that person be able to articulate it back to you or to someone else, like a hiring manager? Many of us feel our resumes are extremely clear and accurately demonstrate our skills. Often times, we are too close to the information to objectively look at our resume and see the story (or lack of a story) it portrays. Solicit an Objective Opinion Having an objective viewpoint is essential in knowing how someone will interpret your resume.  Follow these steps for soliciting that viewpoint: Give your resume to a friend or relative who hasnt seen it before. Ask your friend to read it over thoroughly. Once she is done, ask her to tell you what skills, achievements, and experiences are highlighted. Additionally, you could ask your friend/relative to look at the job description you are applying for and if you are a good fit for the job.  Warning:  the answers might surprise you!  If so, ask for some feedback, make some changes to your resume and repeat the process with someone else. Want to share your tips for resume reviews? Leave it in our comments section below!