Jason Fritz’s Post

99.9% of people who use color on their resume don't give a second thought as to why they're actually using it. While I am a big believer in keeping things relatively standard when writing a resume, I'm not necessarily opposed to putting color on one. I just don't love doing it. I think it's unnecessary to help make your resume stand out. But, if you're going to put color on your resume, you need to do it strategically. Learn more in our latest blog post.

In a sea of cookie-cutter resumes, the ones that stand out are those that embrace the candidate's unique qualities and achievements. As a hiring manager, I've seen countless resumes that look exactly the same. The ones that catch my eye? Those that showcase the candidate's unique value proposition. Your resume is your personal brand. Don't dilute it by trying to appeal to everyone. The projects and achievements that make you beam with pride? Those are the ones that belong on your resume. So stop trying to fit into a one-size-fits-all template. Instead, focus on highlighting the projects, achievements, and insights that truly set you apart.

Something to consider if you want to win back your time and sanity as a job seeker: If you need to spend more than 10 minutes tweaking and customizing your resume for a specific role, either: A) your foundational resume lacks a cohesive message/theme B) you lack a search strategy (you're throwing spaghetti at the wall) or C) you probably aren't qualified for that role Let's talk.

How to write a resume that will get you noticed https://lnkd.in/g6iiw93Z It’s believed that the average recruiter or hiring manager will look at your resume for only 6 seconds before making a decision.

For the first few years of my career, I had what I thought was an artistic and innovative resume. 🎨 The truth? It was one thing: unoptimized. 👎 Your resume is not a place to get cute. Your resume is a place to be seen. 👀 When you submit an unoptimized resume to an ATS, you’re out of the running before the race has even begun. 🏃 Don’t focus on creativity. You’ll have a chance to show them you’re creative during the interview process. Focus on brevity, role-specific alignment, and quantifiable impact. 📈 I’ve included examples of my old and new resumes below to illustrate my point… See the difference?

Don't add too little or two much. What's too much... your resume does not need to be 3+ pages What's too little... your resume should not be only 1 page On average I write about 8-10 resumes a week and the average page length is 2 pages. How many pages is your current resume? Do you have a current resume??

Pro Tip: Don't include irrelevant work experience on your resume. No one needs to see that you managed a Blockbuster. Instead add a little mystery to your resume and put "confidential" or "redacted" instead of company names. Then the recruiter HAS to reach out to you to get more information.

Recently, I've seen many different layouts of resumes. Your resume is not just a list of experiences... Tailor it to showcase your skills, accomplishments, and value. ❗ Highlight achievements. ❗ Quantify results. ❗ Align yourself with the role. Your resume is your first impression. Often, it is the piece that gets you in front of a client. What will make you stand out? Why should they pick up your resume? Show them.

A former colleague referred someone who needed resume help. Let's just say the 11 page resume needed a discerning eye, some serious editing and a Night and Day transformation. 11 pages is now 3...and it's not in 9pt font (please, never should a resume be any smaller than 10pt font). It's not your fault when you get emotionally wrapped up in your resume...you did it and you are proud of it, so you want to share it. As well you should....but...is it going to help sell you in that job search? You see, an accomplishment is something to be proud of and might have set you apart 5 or 10 years ago, but now that you have risen to a higher level, that task might seem mundane. In 2 days this clients resume went from yuk to yay (our original slogan from 12 years ago...my kids hated it, but I still like it :)) I digress. If you have a resume you just don't feel properly represents you anymore we're happy to share our thoughts with a free resume review. https://lnkd.in/eAc8q4_U #resumewriting #NDRNation #jobseekers