How do you keep your resume relevant?

First, let's define "relevant". In this case, a "relevant" resume is one that addresses the needs of the employer. You may think it's "relevant" that you're a certified SCUBA instructor, but for an employer seeking a Program Manager in Logistics, it's probably not ??. Here is a simple way to tailor your resume: 1. Copy and paste the Requirements and the Responsibilities of the job description into one column of a document. 2. In the adjacent column, write how you have demonstrated these requirements. By doing this, you are answering the implied questions the employer is asking with only "relevant" experience. 3. Plug those experiences into your resume and ??BOOM you've got a tailored resume!

Keeping your resume relevant is about ?????????????? ?????? ???????????????? of the ???????????? ??????????????! Luckily, they tell you exactly what these problems are right there in the Job Description. Many times, the duties and requirements listed in the job description are things that we are qualified to do... they just need to be written in such a way that "???????????? ?????? ????????????????" of the hiring manager. By doing this, we will greatly increase our chances of being called in for interviews.

Tailoring your resume is the single most important resume advice that anyone can give you. You would be surprised at how many people shotgun a generic resume to a bunch of job posting and then are surprised they aren't receiving interviews. Any resume professional will tell you this.

Best advice I got on tailoring resumes was about mindset. The resume is not a summary of your career but it documents how you qualify for the position you are applying for. You don’t have to put everything, in fact you should not. Put in what is pertinent and relevant. Love the other comments here. Especially the two columns - what they want and how I provide that. “Spray and pray” is a recipe for frustration and anger. It makes you feel good you sent in 10 applications in one day. But the response rate is so low the effort was worthless. Then you start to second guess your capabilities and value. Don’t do it!!!

Each statement in your resume should have one major purpose; to engage the reader fully. Keep your sentences clear and fluid. One hack to this, especially when quantifying achievements (as this can be tricky), is to keep the numbers at the first half of the sentence. Using the example from this article: A less engaging way to write it would be " Delivered a successful project on time and within budget by managing a cross-functional team of 10". VS Led a cross-functional team of 10 to deliver a successful project on time and within budget. Both sentences say the same thing, but one would definitely capture the reader's attention.

Metrics are only as valuable as their context. What makes "increased customer satisfaction by 25% through implementing feedback surveys and follow-up calls" impactful is: - Yes, the 25% of course - But also the context and action of how the job seeker sparked the 25% increase; through feedback surveys and follow-up calls We don't want metrics floating in space. Make sure they are anchored with context. Follow the RAC method when writing an accomplishment: Result Action Context

It can be powerful to add a career highlights section for your top 3 achievements if you have a long and successful career. This will enable you to showcase them on the first page and make sure they're not missed.

You know, a resume isn't just a job list; it's your professional story. Instead of saying 'I improved customer satisfaction,' imagine the impact of saying, 'I boosted satisfaction by 25% with new feedback surveys and follow-up calls.' It paints a vivid picture, doesn't it? Action verbs and active voice? They're like the seasoning in a great dish—just makes everything pop. In crafting your resume, always aim to show, not just tell. Make it a tale people want to dive into.

Metrics, Metrics, Metrics!!! Quantify and qualify your bullet points. This will allow the reader to visualize what you are bring to the table and think realistically if you will be productive, (in their opinion), for the position.

It's important to remember that your resume is not for you. It is for your audience. It is a communication tool to help them understand how you will solve their problems. Let your ego go and focus on them and their needs. Just because you did something you were proud of ten years ago does not mean it belongs on your resume. Relevancy is in the eyes of the beholder.

Your resume is a living document. Every month you should be making notes of what you did that month at your job. Recording metrics of everything you did, were involved with, and accomplished. This provides you data to input into your resume and update it. You never know when you'll need it updated for that perfect job. It's better to stay up to date with minimum effort, then not have it at all and needing it asap for your dream job.

Space on a resume is valuable real estate. By tailoring your resume with updated skills, education, and experience, you are not only keeping it fresh, but you are also able to give yourself room to add what is now relevant.

As a Recruiter who has viewed thousands of resumes, I don’t think there is ever a good reason to have a resume with grammatical errors. YOU MUST PROOFREAD BEFORE SENDING TO ANYONE. With all of the tools out there now, there is no excuse to present a sloppy resume.

have someone read it over, and then someone else. I cannot count the number of times I have read a resume to find out the person has been a 'manger'. No, look again. a MANGER. common mistake - and the writer's brain says "manager is what that means". The reader says to themselves ' oats, hay?' or begins to hum "away in the manger". ALWAYS have someone else review it - how many periods do you need after a sentence? what comma?

If you’re in a more creative field like marketing or high tech, you can add some design elements in your resume. Make sure it’s easy-to-read with standard resume fonts (no Comic Sans), a complementary color palette, and limited graphics, which can eat up precious space.

Format: the most important information should be at the top and easy to find. Banner: Name, Metro location, phone number, certifications (PMP, PHR, TS/SCI), LinkedIn profile URL, professional email address. Intro: In about 4 sentences, tell the employer who you are professionally, how you're qualified, what you've accomplished, and why they want to know more about you. Skills: highlight 9 skills that are relevant to the job description. Elaborate on your experience with those skills in the "experience" section. ALWAYS have your resume proofread by a buddy. You've looked at it over and over. Get a second set of eyes on it.

You will often hear stories of the "unique" resume, like the one about a person who wanted a job at with a soccer team and wrote his resume on a soccer ball. WHILE this is a unique resume, it is the exception and not the rule. Most recruiters don't have the time or the patience to look at and try to decipher your clever looking resume. Most of the time, a straightforward simple format is what they prefer. It makes it easy for them to do a quick scan and either move you to the read/research pile or move on to the next one.

Like any professional document, your resume needs to look professional, organized, and clean. Your resume is your way in to a company. Your resume is what ultimately gets you through to the next round. Your resume is your best tool to attract attention and been seen. In this crazy market, you need to stand out. Check your resume on ChatGPT and see what you can improve. Check some of the resume tools currently out there, Resume Worded, Jobscan, and Ladders are a great place to start. You can have your resume scanned and receive feedback. Also, make sure it is ATS compatible, as you do not want to get eliminated before you even try!