Comments on: Resumes – How to Standout As a Superstar and Get the Interview

By: Holly

Holly — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:27:00 +0000

I work as a recruiter in Boston at Hollister (www.hollisterstaff.com/?=451) and love reading this blog. And trust me, I have seen my fair share of resumes! I love your tips about including leadership and problem solving experience, they are so important to any successful resume. Thanks for another great post!

By: Holly

Holly — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:27:00 +0000

By: Resume Professional

Resume Professional — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 20:42:18 +0000

Good advice Scott. I especially appreciate the information and advice about objective statements. If the objective statement is one of the first things a potential employer sees, it could make or break your resume.

The Online Writing Lab (OWL) mentions that an objective statement, such as the general statement below, â€œraises more questions than it answers.”

Objective Statement: An internship allowing me to utilize my knowledge and expertise in different areas.

Your objective statement should be more specific, such as:

*A position as personnel assistant in human resources department of public service organization that would permit me an opportunity to utilize my knowledge of wage administration, grievance procedures, benefit programs publications, safety, labor relations, and employment.

-or-

*Seeking an entry-level position in biochemical laboratory, assisting biochemists in the chemical analysis of blood and other bodily fluids. Interested in working on environmental protection and control of air and water pollution. (*From Argus Technical Services)