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Top 10 Resume Tips

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Top 10 Resume Tips

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Tip 1.

• Make sure you check all of your spelling before you send off your resume.

• Don’t just rely on spell check; use your own two eyes as well.

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Tip 2

I cannot stress the importance of Social Media. Make it easy for a potential employer to find you online – include the relevant data in your resume.

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• Short and sweet is the key.

Tip 3

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Tip 4Less is more. You don’t have to tell your life story. The last decade of employment is more then enough.

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Tip 5• Remember KISS: Keep it

Simple, Stupid.

Planet4iT – First Contact for ITwww.planet4it.com

Tip 6Use buzz words, or words that have impact, when describing yourself and your skills. If you don’t praise your work, who will?

Planet4iT – First Contact for ITwww.planet4it.com

Tip 7

Don’t use three words when one will do.

Planet4iT – First Contact for ITwww.planet4it.com

Tip 8

Use either .doc, .pdf or .txt files for your resume. It makes them easier to find.

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Tip 9

Give yourself an introduction.

Planet4iT – First Contact for ITwww.planet4it.com

Tip 10

It’s easy to keep things organized.

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Top 10 Resume Tips

Good Luck with your resume, the most important thing is to BE PREPARED.