Write a Resume That Will Get The Recruiters Attention!

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You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression.  That is the mantra of recruitment professionals the world over.  They see candidate applications day after day, all vying for the same role in what are increasingly competitive job markets. Given the volume of resumes that come across their desk, it is any wonder that many applicants don’t make it through to interview stage.

So how do recruiters differentiate one candidate over another? Have you ever wondered if there is a wickedly complex formula to getting an interview? In many cases, the answer is very straightforward. Let’s take some time to look at how they assess an applicant, and how you can prepare your resume so that you make the shortlist.

Firstly, recruiters look for who a candidate that has the expertise to do the job as advertised, or has effectively articulated that they have similar skills and the capacity to transfer those skills in the position.

Tip: When developing your resume for a role you need to make a strong case that outlines why you are the best candidate.  This means, clearly detailing your skills, the roles you have held, key outcomes or achievements in each role, and studies or training that are relevant to the position. To do this effectively you need to take the time to review the position description for the vacancy and ensure that you can show evidence of where you have achieved similar responsibilities in your employment history.  You can do this by matching both layout and terminology between your resume and the position description. 

Secondly, you need to be mindful that many recruiters will use automated computer software that shortlists a candidate based on searching for keywords in their resume.  These keywords are relevant skills, competencies, jobs and courses that have been identified by the recruiter as being a minimum requirement for a candidate to be considered for the position.

Tip:  When developing your resume it is important that you carefully review the position description for the vacancy and take the time to prioritise keywords throughout the document that represent the key skill or competency areas the employer is looking for.  Once you have identified these keywords, review and edit your resume to make sure that you incorporate each one several times.  This will ensure that when you resume is scanned using an automated software tool that it is less likely to be rejected. 

Finally, you need to be genuine. Recruiters have years of experience in weeding out resumes that have been submitted by candidates who only have a partial interest in a role, or are not sufficiently experienced or qualified for the position, but attempt to oversell themselves.

Tip: Always review a vacancy from the eyes of the recruiter.  Give your resume close scrutiny against the position description. If you don’t meet some of the essential requirements then you may need to ask yourself if this is really the right role for you.  It might be better to wait for another opportunity, rather than submitting a resume and alienating the recruiter for a role that was never really yours to begin with. 

If you are concerned that you resume might not be hitting the mark then perhaps it is time to arrange for a resume expert to give you some advice. Contact one of the friendly team at Bizquette International and arrange for your resume to be given the boost it needs to secure interviews.  The team at Bizquette can create a brand new resume for you if your existing one needs updating, or they can provide a professional editing service to optimise your existing content. Don’t wait another day.  Contact our team now. 

A war between science and art.

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As per the Merriam-Webster dictionary: “Science is the state of knowing.” “Art is something that is created with imagination and skill and that is beautiful or that expresses important ideas or feelings.” Therefore science is fact and art has no boundaries. So if I am an artist as an entrepreneur, I must use skill to create business opportunities that express important ideas. Then, am I not knowledgable? So, is art not a subset of science?

The war between science and art may be as complex as the war between science and religion. The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines religion in several ways. One of which states that religion is “an interest, a belief, or an activity that is very important to a person or group”. This makes professional success a religion. Professional success is an interest, belief and activity that is important to job seekers and the prospering workforce.

Whilst I class myself as being a member of this religion, there is one area in which I can definitively declare myself both a scientist and an artist as well. As a recruiter and a recruitment mentor, I rely on the art of selection and the science of persuasion. It is because of this that there is always an open door somewhere.

Bizquette International Pty. Ltd. is a training and consulting company specialising in business etiquette and professional success. At Bizquette, we are passionate about equal opportunity for all candidates within the Australian job market as it is on this very notion that Bizquette was founded. How to you get experience when experience is a prerequisite? How do you bake a cake without a recipe? Bizquette coaches reform of attitude and brand. We provide the recipe for success and teach you how to apply it for the best results.

Ever heard the saying “we are our friends”? As a graduate of The Bizquette Program, you will be inducted into the exclusive Bizquette Society. The Bizquette Society is a networking function that brings graduates to a room of open doors. Representatives from various organisations around Victoria and graduates of The Bizquette Program come together at an annual event exposing many opportunities for the career driven. Now we see a union of science and art… and the magic that transpires.