Ten Tips for Writing Concise Resumés by: Sharon LeBlanc Consultant: Training and Research In today's world, brevity counts. Employers don't have time, and simply refuse to read long resumés that could have been written in a much shorter space. Follow these simple rules to ensure your resumé gets read from beginning to end. Remove lengthy job descriptions. Instead, use a bulleted list of your most significant accomplishments. Focus on the last 10 years of your career. If something is important prior to that, briefly mention it without going into detail. Personal information (marital status, age, race, family or hobbies) does not belong on a resumé. Eliminate outdated technology or business skills. Don't repeat information from similar jobs with different employers. Focus on transferable skills. Don't waste valuable space with the obvious statement "References Available On Request." Minimize pronouns (I, me, my) and articles (a, an, the). Avoid unnecessary words and phrases such as "responsible for" or "duties include." Customize your resumé for your job target. Only include information relevant to that job. Do not include school transcripts, awards, or recommendation letters, unless specifically requested. Keep them to showcase at an interview. Remember, short and to the point does it. ........... About the author: Sharon LeBlanc leads the Marckis Group's coaching and training initiatives. She is an accomplished educator, writer and communications specialist. Her workshops and one-on-one coaching programs are extremely successful and have produced outstanding results for employers and job seekers alike. Sharon holds a B.A. in Economics and a B.Ed. Contact us about your Outplacement Staff Training and Franchising needs.                                                                                                                                                  ←   Back © 2002 - 2012        The Marckis Group        All Rights Reserved        Privacy Policy