Summary
The discussion centers on the evolving landscape of resume writing and the challenges job seekers face in capturing the attention of hiring managers. Christy DePaul, a content creator focused on career navigation, emphasizes the importance of making a strong impression within the brief window of time recruiters spend reviewing resumes. She advises candidates to streamline their resumes by replacing outdated mission statements with concise headlines that clearly define their specialties.
DePaul also highlights the significance of showcasing transferable skills, even from seemingly unrelated past roles. She suggests that candidates should consider including brief descriptions of their previous employers to provide context. As many employers now utilize AI to filter resumes, she recommends maintaining two versions: one optimized for applicant tracking systems and another designed for human readers. This dual approach allows candidates to present their qualifications effectively while adapting to the demands of modern hiring processes.
The conversation reflects a shift towards more personalized resumes that not only list skills and experiences but also incorporate personal interests and endorsements. DePaul encourages candidates to embrace their unique backgrounds and experiences, including career gaps, as these elements can enhance their appeal in a competitive job market. Ultimately, while crafting a standout resume remains a challenge, the insights shared provide valuable guidance for job seekers looking to improve their chances of success.
Show Notes
How to Write a Resume That Stands Out
20 Dec 2023
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📋 Check out an example resume here: https://hbr.org/2022/05/how-to-write-a-resume-that-will-stand-out
Writing a resume has always been hard. How do you condense all of your experience into one page (or even fill out one page if you've just graduated)? How do you make it look good, but still easily readable? Now, with the introduction of applicant tracking systems (aka the bots that scan your resume), the resume writing process has become even more challenging.
But thankfully, there are some ways to make your resume work for you. I talked to Kristi DePaul, CEO of Founders and a personal branding expert, about how to make my resume stand out. She taught me exactly what to do to get my resume past the bots, into the hands of a hiring manager, and on top of the "accept" pile. I even made a new resume based on her guidance. Watch until the end if you need a template to base yours off of.
00:00 Resume writing feels like this 01:06 Meet our expert, Kristi DePaul 01:28 What are people scanning first? 02:05 Objectives are out, headlines are in 02:36 More context, less generic 3:20 You have experience (more than you think) 4:20 One resume for humans, one resume for robots 5:30 Be yourself, on paper 6:06 Include endorsements, and quotes 6:30 Multiple pages are okay (just don't force it) 6:58 My new resume!
📋 Read Kristi DePaul's original article: https://hbr.org/2020/09/how-to-get-your-resume-noticed-and-out-of-the-trash-bin
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