Your resume is your chance to make employers notice you! 

Consider the following ten tips, and view our Resume Writing Guide to create a winning resume that will be sure to set you apart from all the rest!  Also find information on cover letters, references, thank you letters and more!!!

10 STEPS TO PREPARE A GREAT RESUME

1. Choose a job target (also called a Job Objective). An actual job title works best.
2. Find out what skills, knowledge and experience are needed to do that target job.
3. Make a list of 3 to 4 of your strongest skills, abilities or knowledge that makes you a good candidate for the target job.
4. Think about several accomplishments for each key skill from your past work history that illustrates that skill.
5. Describe each accomplishment in a simple, powerful action statement that emphasizes the result that benefited your employer.
6. Arrange your action statements according to the format you choose.
7. Make a list of the primary jobs you have held in chronological order. Include any unpaid work that fills a gap or that shows you have skills for the job.
8. Make a list of your training and education experiences that are related to the new job you want.
9. Choose a resume format that fits your situation: chronological, functional or combined.
10. Summarize your key points at or near the top of your resume.

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