Does Your Resume Format Really Matter?

Featured Article & Resume Writer: Laura Smith-Proulx

Most people realize by now that a resume is a marketing document that can, if written with an effective strategy, compel an employer to contact you. But did you know that a resume must stand out for its style as well as the content?

Most of the resumes I receive for review use the standard Microsoft Word document template. Yes, it is a clean design. However, do you really want to force your unique, compelling value proposition and shining achievements into the same tired document used by nearly everyone? I thought not.

Give some thought to the zing behind your message when catching an employer's eye, showcasing your career history with these tips:

Remember the one-third rule.
Where does the eye wander when quickly scanning a document? The top one-third of the first page. not that drawn-out paragraph that you used to contain all the "important" information about your job duties. [Read more...]

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