KENT STATE UNIVERSITY PRSSA
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Bylaws
    • Awards
  • Members
    • Officers/Advisers
    • NMGZ
    • Points & Recognition
    • Mentorship & Alumni
    • Committees
  • Events
    • Schedule
    • Conferences
    • 50th Anniversary
  • Resources
    • On-campus Opportunities
    • Scholarships
    • Internships >
      • Student Experiences
      • Internship Experiences
    • Reimbursement
    • What Is PR: High School Outreach Initiative
  • Diversity
  • News
    • Newsletters
  • Blog
  • Contact Us
    • Speaking Opportunities
  • Join

How to Rebuild Your Resume

11/20/2015

3 Comments

 
Picture
By Charleah Trombitas
​
At PRSSA National Conference this year, I learned tips and tricks about resume writing and formatting from Gala Jackson during the session “Rebuilding your Resume.” Jackson is the CEO of her own company, Interviewsnob, which is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and provides expert resume and career search advice for aspiring professionals.
 
Jackson started off explaining how to begin writing the resume. She stressed that it begins with studying the company where you will be sending the application. Review the history, analyze the prospective job description and connect with hiring managers. Company research will ensure your resume is tailored perfectly for the job you are applying for.
 
Not every resume you send out should be the same. Jackson really stressed this. Once again, do not send out a general resume! You will not stand out that way. Market yourself and your strengths. Make sure the company knows that you know what you’re applying for. Show hiring managers how you can be an asset to their company. Ask yourself, “why? So what?” after everything you add to your resume. Keep it short and relevant.
 
Tip to make resume writing easier:
Jackson gave a lot of great tips and information, but one thing she said was my personal favorite: Jackson suggested creating a master resume. This would include everything you have ever done in your college career that is resume worthy. Don’t just update this when it’s time to apply for jobs; keep this up-to-date and organized. When it comes time to apply for jobs, pull the most relevant information from your master resume into each individual resume. This technique allows for an easy way to create job-specific resumes.
 
Tip to make your resume REALLY stand out:
A lot of things can cause your resume to stand out, but Jackson introduced me to something I had never thought of before. Rather than an objective statement at the top of your resume, sell yourself. Describe to hiring managers what you can do for them and why you are valuable. Use this section as if you have the ability to give the hiring managers a 30-second elevator pitch.
 
Most common resume mistakes:
Jackson has seen a lot of resumes, good and bad. She kindly shared the most common mistakes she has seen on resumes throughout her career:
  • Incorrect spelling of contact information
  • Resume templates that are not compatible with certain computers
  • Generalizations ex. I am a very dynamic leader.
  • Including references in your resume
  • Images on resume
  • Cramming text – confusing layout
  • Too long – resume should not be over 2 pages at this point
 
In conclusion, Jackson reminded us we all have the ability to create a great resume. Overall, this session was so informative. I believe all of these tips will help me when I am applying to jobs and internships. After all, any resume help is always appreciated! 

3 Comments
Eve Mitchell link
5/21/2021 10:21:23 am

I appreciated the tip about creating a master resume. My son is applying for jobs after graduating from college. He wants to hire a resume writing professional to help him.

Reply
praveen link
9/14/2021 04:33:47 am

This blog has some interesting info. I am really impressed with your efforts and really pleased to visit this post. Keep up the Good work going!! Thanks
EZJobs one the <a href="https://ezjobs.io/">Best Job Portal in India</a>

Reply
Tex Hooper link
1/5/2023 03:19:21 pm

I appreciate what you said about keeping the dates updated. My resume needs to be fixed. I'll have to hire someone to take a look at it for improvements.

Reply



Leave a Reply.


    Archives

    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    August 2022
    May 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    December 2021
    October 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    April 2020
    February 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    September 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    November 2014
    October 2014
    September 2014
    April 2014
    March 2014
    February 2014
    January 2014
    December 2013
    November 2013
    October 2013
    September 2013
    June 2012


    Categories

    All
    Bateman
    Brands
    Career Development
    Communications Connection
    Crisis
    Entertainment
    Ethics
    Fashion
    Global Issues
    Guest Blog
    Homecoming
    Integrated Marketing Communications
    Leadership Rally
    Media Relations
    National Assembly
    National Conference
    On Campus
    Opinion
    PR In The News
    PRKent Alumni
    PR Sequence
    PRSSANC 2018
    Public Affairs
    Recaps
    Student Experiences
    YouToo Social Media Conference

    RSS Feed

Powered by Create your own unique website with customizable templates.
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Bylaws
    • Awards
  • Members
    • Officers/Advisers
    • NMGZ
    • Points & Recognition
    • Mentorship & Alumni
    • Committees
  • Events
    • Schedule
    • Conferences
    • 50th Anniversary
  • Resources
    • On-campus Opportunities
    • Scholarships
    • Internships >
      • Student Experiences
      • Internship Experiences
    • Reimbursement
    • What Is PR: High School Outreach Initiative
  • Diversity
  • News
    • Newsletters
  • Blog
  • Contact Us
    • Speaking Opportunities
  • Join