10 Commandments to Writing a Great Resume

With unemployement at lows not seen since 2001, the resume is the most important tool a job seeker has to get noticed. Unfortunately, recruiters see resumes everyday with errors that reduce a candidate's chances of being considered by a potential employer.

Sherrie Dvorak, Lead Recruiter with Frontline Source Group based in Dallas Texas, "Your resume must stand out for the right reasons…not the wrong reasons. Make sure you spend the extra few minutes before sending this profile about yourself to possible companies. The extra time is well worth it during your search."

If you really want to be considered for a job, the resume must be flawless. Here are a few ways to make sure your resume catches an employer's eye:

1. Spellcheck - and don't just rely on your computer to catch every mistake. Words that you type may not be true misspellings, however they may be the wrong word, and they will make you look as though you did not spend the time proofreading your resume.

2. Don't be redundant. If it only takes one sentence to explain your duties, use only one sentence. Keep it short, sweet, and to the point.

3. Be honest! Don't make up dates, titles, duties, etc. If you lie, employers could very easily find out while doing reference checks. If you explain gaps of unemployment, full range of duties, and the value of your title, there's no reason to embellish.

4. Put all of your contact information at the top of the resume. Many employers have a preferred means of communication, so please include mailing addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers if you want to be contacted for a great new job opportunity. Most importantly, make sure the information is CURRENT.

5. If you include a cover letter, make sure that the job you are applying for is the job you allude to in the letter. Don't make it too general or too specific to a different job. Take the time to change titles.

6. Your resume is the first thing an employer will see… if you have certain skills that the employer would want, please make sure you include it in the resume. If you do not have that one key ability, you could weed yourself out of the running… if you have it, include it.

7. It's not about the length of the resumce. Be concise and precise. Don't give your entire life story, just provide the salient information.

8. Grammar is just as important as spelling. Simple mistakes can cast your resume aside.

9. Do not include things that are not needed. "References upon request" IS NOT NECESSARY. This is obvious and all hiring personnel know they have to request your references. It takes up space and is pointless. Another thing that isn't necessary would be having colors on your resume. It doesn't make you stand out - it's just annoying to the people reading the resume. Black and white print only. Also, do not include anything that would give employers a reason to discriminate: marital status, age, size, hobbies, your picture… all of these things will hurt you more than they will help you.

10. Use proper English. Words like just "don't cut it." When speaking on the phone or via email, speak clearly and properly. This is not a chat room, so do not abbreviate as if you were in one (i.e. "u gots any jobs", "thx", "i c u have this job open.") Proper English makes you look like a stronger candidate - stronger candidates are the people to be hired.

Frontline Source Group - Staffing Temporary Employment Agency Dallas Fort Worth Texas

Temporary staffing agency and employment permanent placement firm in Dallas Fort Worth Texas. Frontline is one of the fastest growing technical, information technology, human resource, legal, administrative, clerical, accounting and finance staffing temporary employment agencies. We specializes in matching top talent with companies for permanent, temporary and temp-to-hire placements. We work with clients and candidates in all areas of North America.

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