There are 10 things to include in a resume. That is an undeniable fact. Before discussing what these things are, consider what makes one resume stand out from the crowd. Why does more than 75% of the submissions for one position end up in the round file? It’s because they are missing the key elements that ALL employers are seeking. Each of these is crucial in landing that dream job or at worst gaining the all important personal interview where candidates get to sell themselves and their importance to the firm.

All resumes must include the following:

1. Correct contact information, including home and cell phones, proper email address (i.e. suitable for a business contact), pager numbers and street address with zip code. Too many times these are not current and employers are unable to contact a prospective employee. Sounds simple but too often overlooked.

2. Proper formatting, with each section suitably separated from another. Use tabs and bold items to show the difference between each part of the resume.

3. A targeted job objective for the position sought. Don’t use a generic resume for each job. Take the time to show the employer that it’s solely for them.

4. Show education, including dates and degrees for each college attended. This shows an employer the ability to accomplish a long term goal or project.

5. Make sure to put in any volunteer work or community service. An employer will see that a prospective candidate has passion and doesn’t live simply for work.

6. Certifications earned. This could be for anything from typing to electronics. It shows a diverse interest and the ability to learn.

7. Any awards — academic or otherwise. Scholarship is vital to most positions today as business is constantly changing, an employer will appreciate somebody intelligent on their team.

8. Military experience is important for a number of jobs now, including security and border protection. This is sought by many employers since military personnel typically already have the necessary discipline required for many jobs.

9. Clearance or Background checks already completed. This indicates trust in a candidate.

10. Only relevant job experience. A laundry list of past employers is not needed and probably won’t get your resume read. Just the important stuff please!

That’s it, follow these guidelines for a super resume.

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