Description
Craft a resume that gets results
Many resumes are screened by technology or human gatekeepers before they ever reach a decisionmaker. And when they do, the average review lasts only seconds before a judgement is made.
Resumes For Dummies, 9th Edition delivers an easy-to-read walkthrough for job seekers packed with the essential skills, tools, and strategies you need to land your next role. The book shows you how to create a resume that’s compelling, concise, informative, and eye-catching, with plenty of real-world examples. You’ll learn how to tailor your resume for each opportunity and audience, helping you to stand out, get interviews, and move your career forward.
Inside:
- Write powerful action statements that tell the story of your experience
- Follow step-by-step guides for using generative AI tools to draft a powerful resume while avoiding common, critical mistakes
- Optimize your resume for algorithmic and automated screening tools while impressing human reviewers
Perfect for career changers, young professionals launching their careers, and those re-entering the workforce after an extended break, Resumes For Dummies, 9th Edition is a hands-on, start-to-finish roadmap to crafting a stellar resume.
Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Part 1: Creating Today's Winning Resume 5
CHAPTER 1: Getting Hired in the AI Era 7
CHAPTER 2: Selecting the Best Resume Format 13
CHAPTER 3: Mapping Out the Parts: Resume Essentials 33
CHAPTER 4: Laying the Groundwork for Resume Brilliance 51
CHAPTER 5: Crafting Job-Focused Resumes the OnTarget Way 67
Part 2: Crafting Resumes That Command Attention 77
CHAPTER 6: Turning Core Content into Gold with AI 79
CHAPTER 7: Working Wonders with Wow Words 87
CHAPTER 8: Refining Your Design for Maximum Impact 95
CHAPTER 9: Navigating a Major Life Change 107
CHAPTER 10: Overcoming Career Roadblocks 131
Part 3: Exploring Real-World Resumes That Work 149
CHAPTER 11: Matching Industry and Career Fields with OnTarget Resumes 151
CHAPTER 12: Aligning Experience and Age with OnTarget Resumes 189
CHAPTER 13: Navigating Special Circumstances with OnTarget Resumes 227
CHAPTER 14: Award-Winning Creative Resumes 267
Part 4: The Part of Tens 269
CHAPTER 15: Ten Ways to Improve Your Resume 271
CHAPTER 16: Ten Ways to Increase the Odds of Landing a Job 275
CHAPTER 17: Ten Tips for Choosing Professional Resume Help 281
CHAPTER 18: Your Ten-Point Resume Checklist 289
Appendix: Directory of Resume Writers 293
Index 299
