an excellent article by Robert Half International
“…if you hope to land a new position, you must stand out from the crowd”
1. “I’m professional.”
“be careful with the type of language you use. Remember that your application materials are business documents”
2. “I’m a go-getter.”
“unless you’re specifically asked not to, follow up with an employer if you haven’t heard back after sending in your résumé”
3. “I’m an expert.”
“Employers want to hire people who can hit the ground running. That’s why you need to demonstrate your expertise from the beginning. Three great methods for doing so are enhancing your online reputation, joining a professional association and earning a certification.”
4. “I can save your company money.”
“companies are looking for ways to reduce costs. If you’ve implemented successful cost-cutting measures for previous employers, describe how you did so in your résumé”
5. “I can fill your need.”
“if you are qualified but don’t use the employer’s terminology, your résumé may never be seen.
The full article is here: 5 things to tell hiring managers
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