Building a Resume

By: Vincent Kania
9/30/15

In the business world, first impressions are vital. When you first meet a recruiter for a company, those first few minutes are a huge factor that determine if you will get the job or not. How can you ensure you make a good first impression and set yourself apart from the crowd? Make a good resume.

Any employer will stress how important a good resume is. In such a competitive world where many people will be applying for the same job, a good resume highlights why one person is better than the other. While everyone knows this, what many people don't know is how to actually make a good resume that really shows your strengths as a leader, worker, and an individual.

When creating a resume, it is important to sell yourself to the company as someone they need. List past experiences that have made you a better worker and individual, and explain what tasks you were required to do. When doing this, it is important not to just list the job description. Explain what you did for the company on a daily basis that shows how you make the company look/preform better. List achievements earned while working there as well, as that shows how you are more than an average employee. Using the correct type of language is another good aspect to focus on. When using good action verbs, it shows that you are actually doing that task in an interesting and effective way. Finally, include your GPA. This is a huge factor that can push you in front of someone who is in the same field as you with the same classes. Companies might look for it themselves anyway, so putting it on there not only saves them a step but can give you an advantage over someone else.

Finally, list all achievements and honors you have received. List clubs or sports you are involved in, and be sure to include any community service hours. Companies are looking for someone who is more than a worker; they are looking for someone who is actively involved with the community and other people. This shows you are a good team player, and and overall good person.

Follow these steps, and you are well on your way to a good first impression, and hopefully land you that interview.

"Resume Writing - How to Write a Masterpiece of a Resume." Rockport Institute. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 Oct. 2015.