This week on The JSA Blog, we’re sharing some news based on what we are seeing in the current marketplace.
A well-crafted resume in 2024 serves as a powerful asset for potential candidates. Sure, there are always the ever-changing debates of which format is the best, or whether it should fit to one page, or whether you should include a photo. However, there are a few things that remain the same over the years. Your resume should reflect a sense of accuracy, authenticity and applicability.
Ultimately, a strong resume should position a candidate as a proactive and valuable contributor. A resume is often the first way of making a lasting impression on potential employers in today’s competitive job market. Just as having a strong resume can help your cause, a weak one can get in the way of you and your dream position. In 2024, it’s important as ever to have an effective resume as you search for your next career move.
According to CNBC.com, here are the top 3 elements recruiters seek in a resume:
- Honesty and accuracy. The truth is, if you’re overstating your skills or misrepresenting yourself through your resume, it will always catch up to you. It doesn’t serve yourself, the potential employer or recruiter. Maintaining an accurate and honest resume establishes a foundation of trust between the candidate and the prospective employer and recruiter. A truthful representation of one’s skills and experiences gives them credibility but also ensures a transparent and ethical engagement throughout the hiring process.
- Will this individual integrate well with the rest of the team? Besides listing dates, positions, employers and the year you graduated with your degree, you want your resume to give a sense of who you are as a person. A quick professional summary or listing a few interests can help give a recruiter some insight into your personality and whether you’d fit in with the team.
- Does your resume speak to the position you are applying for? Your resume should be a living, breathing document that is tweaked and tailored to any unique position you are applying for. Using the job description is a great tip when tailoring your resume to a specific opportunity. Make sure your resume showcases you as an individual who would excel in the role.
For more details and to read the full article from CNBC.com, click the link below!
