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3.10 CREATE AN EFFECTIVE RESUME |
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Resume Worksheet |
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| The most effective, well-written job objective is a targeted job objective that is for a specific job (bookkeeper, medical transcriber, diesel mechanic, etc.) with a specific company (for General Motors, Johnston automotive, etc.). Since you may need a different resume for each opening you locate, you will also need to change the job objective and especially the specific company for each resume. Be sure that you know the actual title of the job when you apply. If you put down that you are seeking a position that is not open, then you may not be considered. For example, if a line position is open and you are asking for a management job, then you may never get the interview that you want. Your objective can also be repeated in the body of the cover letter. Make the objective short and to the point. Consider this the title of your resume. The rest of the resume must convince the hiring authority that you have the background and skills to do the job and are well worth an interview. |
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Do not assume that any job objective is better than no objective. If your objective is vague and unfocused, you appear indecisive and unable to make decisions and set goals. This is not a description of duties or a vague description of a job. Avoid statements such as “a position that will utilize my broad talents and allow me to grow.” If this is your objective, better to leave it off your resume.
Using a job objective has been an optional issue on a resume in the past, but in recent years it has become more important. There are times when you absolutely need a job objective, such as:
- When applying online. Often jobs are sorted by objectives and directed to the correct department for review.
- When applying to large companies, to avoid the human resources department deciding the position you should fill.
- Posting resumes on job search sites, such as America’s Job Bank (AJB). Employers decide whether to review your resume based on the job objective.
- Resumes for scanning. The objective becomes a key word in the screening process.
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