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What is a Resume?
A resume is a form that allows applicants to list the reasons a company or business should hire them. On average, a job recruiter spends 7.4 seconds reading a resume. For this reason, prospective employees should keep the outline short, ensuring that they do not go beyond two (2) pages. If the candidate needs to include more information, they should wait until the first interview with the employer. The individual can also use the cover page to write additional details.
Each template has a unique style and/or theme. Nonetheless, the resume should have the following categories:
- Full Name: Middle name and suffixes (Jr., Sr., II, III, etc.).
- Professional Title: Official titles acquired through education (Ph.D., M.A., MBA, M.Sc., etc.).
- Contact Information: Address, phone number, and email.
- Objective or Summary: A powerful statement telling the employer what makes the candidate stand out from the rest and/or what would make them a good fit for the role.
- Education: High school(s) and college(s) attended.
- Job or Leadership Experience: Previous role(s) that make the applicant qualified for the position.
- Qualifications, Training, or Awards: Relevant volunteer work, certifications, or recognitions.
- Skills and Interests: Hobbies, talents, masteries, etc.