About 12 years ago, the Headline approach was developed for a specific client. It proved so useful that it is now incorporated for many clients. The headline focuses on the overriding contribution – not the job scope or responsibilities – on “what this gig was all about”. This approach creates a “storyline” that is clear […]
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Compelling Accomplishments for Resumes
Accomplishments on professional resumes are how you engage the reader with your potential to add value to an organization. In fact, the entire field of Behavioral Interviewing is based on the belief that past performance is an excellent way to determine the future performance of a candidate for a job. Guiding Principle: To be an […]
Resume Position Descriptions vs. Accomplishments
Here is a guide to structuring a position description and an accomplishments section on a professional resume. The position description is essential in creating the context in which the accomplishments can be understood and evaluated and hopefully impress the reader of the resume. Structuring the Position Description for a Professional Resume The position description is […]
Showcasing Accomplishments on Resumes
Over the decade or so that I have worked with clients on creating professional resumes and executive career documents, the presentation of accomplishments is almost always in need of a major overhaul. What are the most common problems – what’s wrong?