How to Create an Outstanding Resume

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This guide is a step-by-step manual on how to create a resume that will effectively separate you from other applicants. It stresses the importance of understanding the purpose of your resume, choosing an appropriate format, and starting with a strong header.

Firstly, understand that the goal of your resume is to market yourself. It is a tool in marketing your qualifications, achievements and potential worth to an employer who may be interested in hiring you. There are different formats for resumes such as chronological, functional and combination (or hybrid), each one appropriate for various career levels and industries. Pick one that brings out your strengths better than others.

A clear and succinct header featuring your full names, telephone line, professional email address and if relevant, LinkedIn profile link should be placed at the top of your resume. Make sure this information is current.

Write a powerful summary or objective statement which sums up your career thus far. Emphasize on your important skills including hard ones (technical abilities) as well as soft ones (communication skills, team work skills and leadership qualities). These skills should match the job requirements in question .

Highlight previous positions in reverse chronological order as part of your work experience section using short bullet points indicating achievements.

With these steps, you can be able to create a good resume.
 
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