From the course: Writing a Resume

Next steps for job search success

From the course: Writing a Resume

Next steps for job search success

“

- The basics of resume writing haven't changed much over time, but the process of getting a job has. By using additional sections in your resume to express your skills and experience, using keywords in the right place, and by not overlooking the resume basics, you are positioned to outshine your competition and get the job you want. Here are two points to remember, which will help to keep you sane throughout the job search process. First, your resume is subjective. You can ask five people for resume advice and you will get seven different answers. So while customizing your resume, follow the guidelines set forth in the course, but remember they are just guidelines and not laws never to be broken. Second, your resume will not get you a job. It hasn't happened in the history of resume writing, not once. The purpose of your resume is to get you the job interview while the interview will get you the job. For additional assistance with your resume or your career in general, you can access career content and tools to help you advance in your career at mycareerincubator.com. Of course, LinkedIn is full of great courses like this one, as well as career-related articles and resources. So rather than wish you luck, I'll say congratulations on completing this course, and I predict much success.

Contents