Writing a resume is impossible without including some sort of experience. Finding keywords, describing job functions, determining what is applicable . . . if you want to write a great resume, you will need to master this. Follow along with resume expert Stacey Gordon to learn how to customize your professional experience.
- There are reports that show that recruiters spend…an average of six seconds reviewing your resume.…Six seconds.…I know, that sounds unbelievable.…But really, whether it's six seconds or 60 seconds,…the point is that you need to ensure…your information jumps off the page and makes an impact.…Therefore, your professional experience…should be easy to read, easy to scan,…and easy to identify the features the reader cares about.…A future employer needs to see…that your experience demonstrates an ability…to do the job that you're applying to.…
This means keywords and phrases…should be liberally sprinkled throughout your experience.…Additionally, the first two to three bullet points…should contain the most important information,…because it's likely that if you listed more than three,…the later bullets may not be read, at least not initially.…So how do you find those magic keywords?…There are a few places to look.…The first is within the job to which you are applying.…Take a good look at the job description…and ensure you have actually addressed the job.…
Author
Stacey Gordon
Released
5/8/2016Stacey A. Gordon, cofounder of Career Incubator, has made it her life's work to help others find the jobs and build the careers of their dreams. In this course, she walks through the basics of resume writing for job seekers, as well as a few extra job search basics such as following up, sending thank-you notes, and identifying companies to work for and determining fit.
Stacey explains what you should include on your resume, what to exclude, and how to craft your resume to showcase your talents and best qualities. Using practical resume examples, Stacey walks through choosing the right resume format, tailoring the information to match job requirements, and writing alternative resumes that include industry-specific information. Last, Stacey shows you how to deal with some common sore spots—like job hopping, lack of experience, or large unemployment gaps—while concentrating on your experience.
- Explain how to present your experience on a resume.
- Identify where spell check will not catch mistakes.
- Recognize the proper way to present your dates of employment in your professional experience section.
- Recall when you will need a traditional resume in the entertainment business.
- Explain what you could do to fill in the void on your resume when you have been unemployed for over six months.
- Name the benefits of sending a handwritten thank-you note following an interview.
- Identify some things you can do to help you identify and eliminate red flags before applying for a job.
Skill Level Intermediate
Duration
Views
-
Introduction
-
Welcome1m 3s
-
-
1. Basic Components of a Resume
-
Summary of skills section2m 43s
-
2. Customizing the Basic Resume Components
-
3. Upgrading Your Resume
-
4. Layout and Formatting Choices
-
Resume formats & layout5m 38s
-
Resume-friendly software3m 29s
-
The functional resume5m 30s
-
-
5. Alternative Resume Design
-
US CV (curriculum vitae)3m 2s
-
European resumes4m 5s
-
Marketing resumes4m 45s
-
Entertainment resumes2m 28s
-
-
6. Handling Common Hurdles
-
Tips for job hoppers3m 10s
-
7. Using Your Resume to Get the Job You Want
-
8. Standing Out from the Crowd
-
Prepare your references4m 1s
-
9. Best Practices for Using a Resume
-
Resumes and networking2m 59s
-
10. Conducting a Proactive vs. Reactive Job Search
-
Identifying companies3m 12s
-
Determining fit3m 51s
-
Finding a contact5m 4s
-
-
Conclusion
-
Next steps1m 51s
-
Take notes with your new membership!
Type in the entry box, then click Enter to save your note.
Press on any video thumbnail to jump immediately to the timecode shown.
Notes are saved with you account but can also be exported as plain text, MS Word, PDF, Google Doc, or Evernote.
Share this video
Embed this video
Video: Include keywords in professional experience