Google's director of talent explains how to write a killer résumé
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Your experience
Your resume should not just be about where you worked or went to school. It should convey the experience you gained and the lessons you learned.
- A recent grad can include academic research, tutoring experience, and recent class projects.
- Showcase professional accomplishments
- Highlight the intersections of work and life.
- Add if you volunteer or have a side hustle to present you as a holistic candidate.
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Your results and impact
Data in a resume should be connected to the impact you've made.
- If you're applying for a business role, convey your experience by sharing what you accomplished, how it was measured, and how it was done.
- It can also apply to relevant leadership positions, university honors, or other types of recognition. However, be sure to do it with humility.
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Critical language and keywords
Consider the job description as a guide for pointing out specific applicable attributes. These keywords are what recruiters look for on resumes to fill specific roles.
Use bullet points to help recruiters stay engaged.
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What you can add to an organization
- Consider adding a short summary section at the top of your resume.
- Focus on what you can add to the organization.
- Instead of using a list of recent job roles, consider providing qualitative and quantitative examples of previous experience.
- Get in the habit of updating your resume every January.
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