Tips on Getting Your Resume Read

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Your targeted Objective is critical. You must get the reader's attention on the top 1/3 of the page. Bold items you want the reader to see in the first 30 seconds. Believe in yourself. HONESTLY put results in every work statement.

Target Your Objective and Resume

Use a targeted Objective like the one below that is tailored to a specific job, not a generic Objective and resume. You must show the targeted company that you want to work for them. Offer experience and skills that fit the targeted job. OBJECTIVE Administrative Assistant with ABC Company bringing 15+ years of experience, recent certification, and skills in keyboarding (65 wpm), listening, time management, customer service, and problem solving.