When was the last time you reviewed your resume? If it’s been a few years, you should consider looking it over. Many people only update their resume when they are looking for a new job, but it will create a much larger impact if you update your resume regularly instead. Here are some suggestions from an Albany staffing agency that you can easily use on your resume.
Remove Old Positions
If you’ve been using the same resume since high school or college, it might be time to take a few minutes and remove old jobs. If you have been tacking on new jobs since you were a teenager, it’s probably time to remove some of your entry-level roles. Read over your resume and delete jobs that aren’t relevant to your career anymore. This is an easy task to do, but it will greatly impact the relevance of your resume.
Update Your Skills
Have you earned any certifications? Have you mastered any new skills? Many people forget to update the skills section of their resume, so consider going through and adding any skills you may have earned recently. This is also a great opportunity to remove any old skills that aren’t relevant anymore. This may mean simple skills like proficiency in Microsoft Office and roles from jobs you may have had 5+ years ago.
Update Your Formatting
One great way to update your formatting is to update the design and formatting of your resume. While the aesthetic part of your resume isn’t that important, your resume must look looks acceptable. You should consider tweaking your resume in these ways: make sure your font is readable, replace all paragraphs with short bullet points, apply a consistent style throughout, and make sure your file is named correctly. You should always make sure your file is named with your first and last name and the word resume. This makes it easier for recruiters and staffing solutions to find your resume file.
If you enjoyed these tips, check out Express Employment Professionals in Albany, OR. They would be happy to help you out with any employment questions you may have, so give them a call or make an appointment today!
Locally owned and operated, Express Employment Professionals in Albany, OR, is a Full-Service Staffing Agency that continually exceed expectations by providing services to companies and job seekers within our community. With over 20 years of experience, our mission is simple: to assist you in finding a career that you will enjoy.
Express Employment Professionals of Albany, OR
2250 14th Ave SE Ste A
Albany, OR 97322
(541) 967-3600
https://www.expresspros.com/AlbanyOR
