You have only 15-20 seconds, at most, to get the attention of hiring managers. In a high unemployment job market, you just must dangle a “value carrot” and communicate what significant results you can deliver and produce better than other qualified candidates. Common sense would dictate that assembly line, look-alike resumes (like chronological resumes) won’t stand out when over 20 million people are seeking employment.
The GOOD NEWS is that you have 100% control over the information you include in your resume and how you present it. You have the ability to dangle your carrot and shout out that you are the best candidate for the job. You can accomplish this in 15-20 seconds and engage employers; entice them to want to read more of your resume and ultimately invite you in for an interview. You do this by creating a resume showcase. A resume showcase makes your resume exciting and excites prospective employers to want to read more of your resume and to invite you in for an interview.
To dangle a strong enough carrot to attract attention, the showcase must answer the following 3 questions in 20 seconds or less:
- What are you qualified to do that is relevant to prospective employers?
- What significant results can you produce that would justify a closer look?
- What specific skills and qualifications do you have that would lead prospective employers to believe you can produce those results; and what makes you different from your competition?
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Review the following 3 showcases for samples.
Stephanie Sands
6868 South Flagler Drive ● West Palm Beach, FL, 33401
(561) 555-8787 ● email@email.com
Seeking position as…
Teacher / Educator
Combining Outstanding Technology, Leadership and Teaching Experience
Masters Degree in Library Science
Strong desire to enhance the educational experience for
all students leading to enriched and rewarding lives
Personal Introduction
A seasoned professional with a passion for combining business experience and educational qualifications to make a significant contribution in the field of education.
Core Professional Strengths:
● Energetic presentation / teaching skills ● Facilitate established curriculum
● Maintain classroom discipline ● IT / technology and finance expertise
● Work well with culturally diverse populations ● Real-life integration
● Meet individual and group requirements ● Problem solving / conflict resolution
● Extracurricular participation (off hours) ● Effective student / parent liaison
● Work well with superiors and peers ● Professional / highly ethical
Hector Gonzalez
1009 North Shore Avenue ● Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 555-9119 ● email@email.com
Senior Level New Business Development Executive
Significantly Increase Sales / Expand Marketshare
Outmaneuver Major Competitors to Establish Market Dominance
25 years of success in favorable and recessionary global economies
- Lead generation, networking and relationship building
- Perform in-depth market analysis; create strategic / growth plans
- Identify and capitalize on new / existing marketing opportunities
- Territorial start-up, turnaround and growth management
- Build and nurture key strategic relationships / partnerships
- Key account management / retention; ensure unparalleled levels of service
Have existing book of business to increase sales immediately
Senior Level Sales Executive with a reputation for providing unparalleled levels of customer service and contributing to organizational growth and profit objectives.
Stephanie Sands
6868 South Flagler Drive ● West Palm Beach, FL, 33401
(561) 555-8787 ● email@email.com
Teacher / Educator
9 years Outstanding Experience
Masters Degree in Library Science
“Enhance the educational experience for all students
leading to enriched lives”
Introduction
A seasoned business professional with a passion for combining business experience and education to make a significant contribution in the field of education. Recognized for collaborative approach in meeting quality standards, organizational missions and facilitating positive change.
Core Professional Strengths:
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Improve reading and writing skills; classroom management / discipline
- Integrating real-life experiences into and outside the classroom
- Introducing effective computer / IT technologies to enhance the learning experience.
- An effective student / parent liaison; work collaboratively with administration and peers