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Resume writers frequently confuse responsibilities and accomplishments, blending them into a common stew. The two are different:

• Responsibilities describe the nature and scope of your duties and the stakes, risks and outcomes of the position.
• Accomplishments, which should always be described in the past tense, are examples of what you have done. They are proof of your performance.

Author: Douglas B. Richardson | Source: When a Lengthy Resume Makes Sense for Executives | Original Publication: CareerJournal.com | Subject: Resumes

Show me a clear-cut sense of direction. I keep seeing resumes that are little more than buckets into which a lot of data has been dumped in the apparent belief that I will fill in the gaps, synthesize diverse information, connect the dots and tell you what kind of product you are. I have no incentive to do this, given the number of knights eager … [ Read more ]

Author: Douglas B. Richardson | Source: Skeptical Resume Reader Tells How He Really Thinks | Original Publication: CareerJournal.com | Subject: Resumes

To ensure your resume makes the best possible impression, it’s essential to meet six challenges regarding its presentation, format and content. These challenges and resume writers’ advice on solving them follow.

1. Presentation
   You’ll need both a print and an electronic version of your resume. Each version has different visual issues.

   Your print resume is considered your primary marketing document and its appearance is critical.

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Author: Wendy Enelow | Source: The Six Cardinal Rules of Resume Writing | Original Publication: CFO.com | Subject: Resumes

Do’s

Constructing a resume that earns interviews is remarkably simple. Here are six do’s and don’ts to follow when composing your document.

1. Begin with a summary.
   Showcase two or three of your most exciting accomplishments. Bullet these items and use numbers to illustrate their extent. It isn’t compelling enough to say, “Grew territory revenues,” or even, “Grew territory revenues in excess of corporate

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Author: John J. Marcus | Source: How to Create a Resume That Wins Interviews | Original Publication: CareerJournal.com | Subject: Resumes

Management Skills

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Teaching Skills

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Communication Skills

addressed, arbitrated, arranged, authored, collaborated, convinced, corresponded, developed, directed, drafted, edited, … [ Read more ]

Source: Resume Writing & Cover Letter Workshop | Original Publication: Carleton University Career Services | Subject: Resumes

Source: Resumes That Knock ‘Em Dead

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balanced, budgeted, built

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decreased, delegated, demonstrated, designed, directed, developed, devised, … [ Read more ]

Author: George Washington University | Source: The Graduate Career Center | Subject: Resumes