You've been applying for positions, sending out your resume, hoping for a response… but nothing.
You're not alone.
Many talented professionals struggle to translate their worth onto paper in a way that lands interviews.
So, how do you write a resume that truly showcases your value?
Here’s how to shift your focus:
▪️Quantify your achievements:
Instead of just listing responsibilities, think about your impact. Did you increase efficiency by 15%? Did you manage a team that exceeded targets? Use numbers to tell your story.
▪️Highlight key skills with context:
Don't just list skills; demonstrate them within your experience. Show how you used your problem-solving abilities to overcome a challenge or how your communication skills led to a successful project.
▪️ Tailor to the Role:
Generic resumes get lost. Customize your resume for each application, highlighting the skills and experiences that directly align with the job description.
This does not mean you need a brand new resume for every role. It means that you should narrow your search down by the industry, employer and role.
Once you focus your search → create a master resume → you will only need to make minimal tweaks when sending your resume.
▪️Focus on results, not just tasks:
What was the outcome of your work? Did you save the company money? Did you improve customer satisfaction?
Read every bullet on your resume and ask yourself "so what?". If you can't answer that question, the result is missing!
Don't get caught up with resume rules like the 1 page resume like my client.
Focusing on being concise → demonstrating value → aligning with the employers need → speaking to results.
If you’re tired of sending out resumes that don’t land interviews and you're ready to develop a resume that truly speaks to your value, let’s work together.
Book a discovery call to explore how we can craft a resume that gets you noticed and lands interviews >>> weapply.ca/book-a-consultation/
Lissa Appiah | Career Strategist
You've been applying for positions, sending out your resume, hoping for a response… but nothing.
You're not alone.
Many talented professionals struggle to translate their worth onto paper in a way that lands interviews.
So, how do you write a resume that truly showcases your value?
Here’s how to shift your focus:
▪️Quantify your achievements:
Instead of just listing responsibilities, think about your impact. Did you increase efficiency by 15%? Did you manage a team that exceeded targets? Use numbers to tell your story.
▪️Highlight key skills with context:
Don't just list skills; demonstrate them within your experience. Show how you used your problem-solving abilities to overcome a challenge or how your communication skills led to a successful project.
▪️ Tailor to the Role:
Generic resumes get lost. Customize your resume for each application, highlighting the skills and experiences that directly align with the job description.
This does not mean you need a brand new resume for every role. It means that you should narrow your search down by the industry, employer and role.
Once you focus your search → create a master resume → you will only need to make minimal tweaks when sending your resume.
▪️Focus on results, not just tasks:
What was the outcome of your work? Did you save the company money? Did you improve customer satisfaction?
Read every bullet on your resume and ask yourself "so what?". If you can't answer that question, the result is missing!
Don't get caught up with resume rules like the 1 page resume like my client.
Focusing on being concise → demonstrating value → aligning with the employers need → speaking to results.
If you’re tired of sending out resumes that don’t land interviews and you're ready to develop a resume that truly speaks to your value, let’s work together.
Book a discovery call to explore how we can craft a resume that gets you noticed and lands interviews >>> weapply.ca/book-a-consultation/
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