Compiling a resume that makes it through the crowd

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• It will come as no surprise to many job seekers
  that the current job market is ultra-competitive
  and the sheer numbers of applicants for some
  positions is overwhelmingly large.
• So how does one ensure their resume stands out
  from the crowd in this fast-paced world? Its
  definitely not through producing a showy, blingy
  resume.

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• Then there is the added complication of a lot of
  large companies using applicant tracking software
  to scan the resumes submitted and rejecting a
  large number of them without having ever been
  seen by a human eye.
• So how does a Job Application Writer assist the
  job seeker to develop a resume that not only
  stands out from the crowd but makes it through
  the software to be looked at by the hiring
  manager and given a chance to gain an interview.

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• When it comes to ensuring the resume makes it
  through the applicant tracking software it is
  important that the job application writer use the
  expected headings throughout the document such as
  profile, key skills, achievements, career
  experience and education.
• The use of keywords from the job description
  within the resume also means the software will
  identify the resume as worthy of passing through
  the process.
• What is also important is to use either a word
  document or PDF format as these formats are
  read more easily by the applicant tracking
  software.

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• While it is important to ensure that the content
  of the resume itself is high quality the design
  and appearance also makes an impact and can
  ensure your resume stands out from the crowd.
• So what tips do resume writers offer for resume
  design?

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1. Use a clear font such as Calibri, Arial or
   Helvetica and a minimum size font of 11.
2. Add white space to the body of the page by
   setting the body text on 1.5 and having a line
   spacing between sections.
3. Use bold for headings and if possible avoid using
   italics or underlining text.

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6. In the footer number the pages. 7. Add a page
border of a single line or double line box as
this adds to the neat appearance of your
document. 8. Use bullet points to list your
responsibilities, achievements and skills 9.
Dont add a photo or personal information such as
hobbies or interests.
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• So, you now have your superb resume what else
  can you do to stand out from the crowd when you
  apply for a position?
• You need to make sure your resume and cover
  letter are specific and individualized for each
  position you apply for.
• Use key words from the job description within
  both documents and highlight how you personally
  can fulfil all the requirements of the role.

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Find out the name of the hiring manager and
address your correspondence directly to them
rather than the generic to whom it may concern.
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• When Job Application writing it should never be a
  case of submitting the same resume to multiple
  employers.
• Submit your application as soon as possible after
  the position is listed.
• Given the current climate some job vacancies are
  taken down within a couple of days of being
  advertised and submitting a quality application
  quickly demonstrates you are keen and ready to
  go.

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