Tips to Creating an Effective Resume – July 2024
While job growth persevered in July 2024, it occurred at a slower pace compared to previous initial job growth totals. Overall unemployment also increased. However, Rose International saw continued demand for contingent workers.
As many individuals look for new jobs, an updated resume is a necessary tool during that process. Rose International is committed to supporting job seekers as they look for their next jobs, which includes helping them create or update resumes that show prospective employers what they can add to a team. In this article, the Rose International Team provides resume tips for job seekers.
A Cooler Hiring Pace
The Bureau of Labor Statistics’ (BLS) July 2024 jobs report showed employers added 114,000 jobs and the national unemployment rate increased to 4.3%. Dow Jones estimated job growth would total 185,000 . To compare, the July 2023 report showed the job market gained 187,000 jobs and had a 3.5% unemployment rate.
The BLS also reported previous job report totals were downwardly revised. Job growth in May 2024 changed from 218,000 to 216,000 and June 2024’s total updated from 206,000 to 179,000.
Integrating a contingent workforce into hiring practices is a key strategy for many organizations aiming to remain agile during shifting market conditions. Rose International had a month-over-month increase in total job openings with the highest number of available jobs seen in the IT, business professional and admin/clerical categories.
As individuals look for new jobs, they utilize resumes to showcase their professional backgrounds. Creating or updating a resume requires strategic attention from job seekers.
Creating and Updating a Resume
A resume is used to detail an individual’s work history, qualifications, volunteer experience and more. Regularly updating resumes is beneficial for all professionals, not only when actively looking for a job. There are several aspects individuals can keep in mind as they work on their resumes:
Format and layout: Opting for a simple design keeps key information easily identifiable. Readability is improved by using bullet points and a common font, as well as checking for consistent spacing.
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Tailored resumes: Including relevant work experience and keywords from each job description helps customize resumes for every job application. Highlighting applicable work history and job skills are essential.
Achievements: Using numbers demonstrates impact in previous jobs to quantify accomplishments. Describing situations, actions and outcomes is beneficial for context.
Skills: Include target hard and soft skills for each job opening. Adding acquired program or tool experience and certifications further demonstrates proficiencies.
Authenticity: Ensure background and accomplishments are accurate to avoid issues during the hiring process. Proofreading resumes and information before submitting is important to make a good impression.
Update regularly: Periodically reviewing and revising resumes ensures new experiences, skills, certifications, growth and more are reflected. If individuals are using online professional sites, such as LinkedIn, confirming the profile details match resumes is key. Having an updated resume ready is helpful in the event an unexpected, desired job opportunity becomes available.
The Rose International Team is dedicated to connecting job seekers with the right jobs. A component of this process is helping them update their professional resumes. Individuals interested in starting the next chapter of their careers are encouraged to click here to get started .
Hiring slowed to begin the second half of 2024, but it is still occurring. As individuals continue working at their current jobs or are actively looking for new jobs, they’re reminded to commit to building and maintaining an effective resume.
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