Did you know that these 10 tricks can save your job application?
Resume Mansion
We write job-winning resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles, for all job seekers, from entry-level to C-suite.
If you haven’t had much luck with your job applications recently, you are making several mistakes that compel recruiters and hiring managers to throw your resume in the “No” pile. Lucky for you, Resume Mansion’s senior resume writers are here to tell you how you can save your job applications.
1. Choose an industry-appropriate design
There are unwritten resume norms and standards for every industry. What is acceptable in one industry might be not tolerated by another. For example, you can’t send in a bland, ATS-friendly resume for a job in the creative industry and expect to stand out.
2. Customize your LinkedIn URL
Did you know that you can customize your LinkedIn URL to show just your name? Here’s how you can do that:
3.Target your resume
If you have been sending out the same generic resume to all of your job applications, it is time to stop now. Create a different version of your resume for each job application you send out. Customizing your resume for the job will ensure that you stand out in the hiring process.
4. Write achievement-based bullet points
The bullet points of your resume describe your work experience to potential employers. It’s important to make your bullet points impactful to create a good first impression with the recruiter or employer. You can focus the bullet points of your resume on quantified achievements at past jobs.
5. Include numbers when writing your resume
Numbers make your achievements sound more impressive. Whenever you are describing a professional achievement on your resume, use quantified results to back it up. You can use numbers, percentages, metrics, and dollar amounts to write strong resume bullet points.
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6. Be assertive in your communication
Whether you are writing a resume, a cover letter, or filling in an application form, it is important to use assertive language. Use action verbs to describe your professional achievements. Assertive language shows potential employers that you have a strong personality.
7. Rewrite bullet points with power verbs
Did you know that action verbs or power verbs can make your resume more impressive? When you begin a bullet point with an action verb, you are showing potential employers exactly what you have achieved.
8. Reorganize your bullet points
Ensure that a potential employer or hiring manager can see the best stuff first on your resume. You will need to reorder and rearrange the bullet points in the work experience section to do that. Place the most important, relevant, and impressive bullet points toward the top of the list for each position.
9. Ensure consistent formatting
When you format your resume, cover letter, KSA document, professional references document, etc., be sure to keep the formatting consistent throughout the document. Pay attention to the date formats you have used, the alignments, the margins, and line spacing. This will ensure a uniform and pleasing appearance.
10. Proofread everything
You should always proofread your resume, cover letter, or thank you note before you send them out. Spelling and grammar mistakes are common on self-written resumes and hiring managers don’t appreciate them.