Resume Creation/Writing/Preparation Tips
Below are few simple guidelines to be followed while preparing resume for job applications.
- Avoid spelling mistakes
- Follow proper font style and size, it should be easily readable
- Focus on your skills and strengths
- Use keywords that are relevant to the job that you are applying for
- Ideally resume should be 2-3 pages covering all your details in comprehensive manner
- Create portfolio (github, bitbucket or your own website) and provide link in your resume
- Create linkedin profile and provide link in your resume
- Provide details on value additions that you have done in your previous jobs
- Provide details of your educational qualifications and certifications
- Avoid unnecessary details in your resume
- Keep it professional, simple and clean
- Specify & quantify your accomplishments
Please note that there is no prefect one resume format, it depends on the job you are applying, your experience, your location etc. While preparing resume think from employer perspective as well.
Sample resumes and resume cover letters are given below.
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