Common Questions about Resumes

The importance of a well written Professional Resume cannot be stressed upon enough. A Resume is a medium for advertising yourself, it’s the first means in which you use to present yourself as a job applicant and try to claim that you are the best choice candidate to a prospective employer.

Here are some common questions people have about their resume:

I keep sending out my resume, but nothing is happening, why is that?

Your resume may need to do a better job selling your strengths. You may also need to use more effective marketing ideas.

Should I include an objective? I've heard conflicting opinions.

Career experts differ on the need for an objective. But if you do use one, make sure it's directed to the employer, and specific, not self-serving, or general.

I've read that most employers prefer a chronological format. Should I use one?

Employers want to see your employment history, so always include it. However, if your work history isn't the strongest selling point, a chronological format may not be your best approach.

I've just created a LinkedIn profile. Do I still need a resume?

Yes. While it's true that your LinkedIn profile is similar to a resume, and that you can even convert your profile to a resume - you still need a traditional resume.

I'm in the process of changing careers, what do I need to do about my resume?

You'll need to convince employers that what you've done in the past relates to their needs. You will need to identify your transferable skills and communicate your accomplishments.

I'm trying to fit my resume onto one page and it's not working. What can I do?

You may need to use two pages, which is quite acceptable for experienced professionals. In fact, if using one page is making your resume crowded and hard to read, your resume may get passed over for that reason.