I really love writing resumes because they help people find their voice.  A well-written resume can help you define what you have done so far in your career, and what you have to offer your next employer.  But most resumes that I review are unfocused and only share information on what the person has done professionally so far. They do not look forward to the next steps.

I will review your resume, and then ask you “So, what is your situation for your job search?  What are you trying to do next?’

That means that I cannot already figure that out by looking at your resume.  If the document is clear, I can immediately understand what you want to do.  So a “headline” might read

Controller   (a job title)      

Administrative Support  (a role and job function)

There can also be a sub-title such as:

Controller with special expertise in post-acquisition integration

Now I have a basic understanding of who you are, and can use that information as we talk.

But many people have mutiple skills, knowledge and experience, and want to convey all of that to a prospective employer.  You will be hired because of your broad background, but you will also be hired you to do something specific.  So pick the role that you really like, because that that will play to your strenths.  Then build your resume around that.

If you are clear on who you are, what you want to do next, and what you have to offer your next employer, your resume will say all of that loud and clear!

If you believe your resume is unfocused, go ahead and send it to me for a free resume review.  Let’s talk!

Irene Marshall, MBA, PhD      800-332-7996