1.  Your resume is a marketing tool, you are trying to sell yourself to employers and recruiters. Your resume should be up to date, easy to read and should reflect your experience, skills, education and certifications.  Always include up to date contact information.

2.  Make sure there are no typos in your resume.  Proofread your resume, and have someone else proofread it before sending it to employers. 

3.  Include a valid email and phone number, not your WORK email or WORK phone number.

4.  If you choose to include an OBJECTIVE at the top of your resume, make it brief and to the point.  Your resume will be reviewed for 30 seconds, you need to get the attention of the hiring employer to make it to a fuller review of your credentials. 

5.  2 page resumes are best unless you have written extensively in your field and wish to include lists of those accomplishments.

6.  Tailor your resume for the job.  You may need to have several resumes based on the job you are seeking.  For example, you may be seeking a consultant position and a corporate public relations position.  Create a resume to highlight your consulting experience and another resume highlighting your corporate public relations experience.

7.  We recommend hiring a professional resume writer to write your resume whether it is your first job or you are an experienced employee.  The resume writer will assist you in the type of resume (chronological or functional) and give you other advice on formatting your resume that makes it easy for employers to focus on your strengths and skills.
 

To find a Resume Writer we recommend visiting these Web Sites:

National Resume Writers Association

The National Resume Writers' Association (NRWA) is a not-for-profit, member-driven organization dedicated to promoting high standards of excellence.
www.nrwa.com

Professional Association Of Resume Writers

The Professional Association of Resume Writers & Career Coaches.
www.parw.com