Selling Yourself with Your Resume

  • Aim at catching attention and holding it.
  • Utilize a chronological format.
  • Display your name prominently. (18-20 pt. Font)
  • Include complete contact information. (home #, cell #, pager, email)
  • For degreed accountants and financial analysts, list your education first.Specify your GPA. (if it is strong)
  • Detail computer skills by listing software packages used, include internet and any systems conversions.
  • Include the number of staff managed or supervised.
  • Use 12 pt. font in the body along with a bullet format.
  • Start each bullet with an action verb and be very concise.
  • Include a brief description of each employer (annual revenues, industry, geography served, etc.) along with the city & state.
  • State accomplishments. (contribution to the bottom line and/or $’s saved)
  • Limit to two pages.
  • Spell check completely!
  • Remember that the hiring manager will normally have a background similar to you. What would you be looking for in a candidate’s resume?

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