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The Job You Want: Tips for Updating Your Resume

1. Start with a strong summary statement: Your summary statement should be brief, attention-grabbing, and communicate your most relevant skills and experience. Keep it concise and focused on the field you're applying for.

2. Keep it up-to-date: Make sure your resume is current and up-to-date by adding any new skills, qualifications, or experiences you have gained. Remember it's ok to cycle out the old work experience if more relevant experience is available.

3. Use keywords: Include keywords that are recognizable by the industry and relevant to the position.

4. Focus on your accomplishments: Don't just list your job duties; focus on specifics that you've accomplished in each role. You can use numbers and metrics to quantify your achievements.

5. Use action verbs: Using words such as “developed,” “managed,” "demonstrated", or “initiated” emphasise your accomplishments.

6. Keep it concise: Your resume should be no longer than two pages, but one page is ideal so it's easily digested. Be selective about the information you include, and focus on what's most important.

7. Proofread carefully: Spelling and grammar errors can hurt your chances of getting hired. Take the time to proofread your resume carefully, and consider having a friend or colleague review it as well.

8. Use a professional format: Make sure your resume is formatted professionally, and is easy to read. Too much aesthetic flair can detract from the substance of the content.

9. Use a clean, easy-to-read format: Use a simple, easy-to-read font and format your resume in a way that's easy on the eyes. Use bullet points to organize information and make it easier to skim. Many companies read through many resumes, and don't spend the time to read each resume word-for-word, so you want the important parts to stand out.

10. Be honest: Don't exaggerate or "fluff" your resume. It's dishonest, and if you're caught, it can hurt your chances of getting hired and damage your reputation.

We recommend you follow these resume tips before submitting your application!