5 Simple Changes to Update Your Resume

5 Simple Changes to Update Your Resume5 Simple Changes to Update Your ResumeSpring is almost here and you still havent updated your resume If youre still contemplating what needs to be changed, here are five simple things that will get your resume ready for your next job search or for that promotionUpdate contact information Did you move recently, change your email address, get a new phone number? This seems like a no-brainer but there are so many job candidates that forget this vital step. They submit an old resume without realizing the contact information in the heading is no longer valid. One simple mistake like this can cause you to lose out on landing a good job.Summary revision A summary statement at the top of your resume represents who you are, what you do, and what youre seeking. Since our goals and accomplishments change from year to year, a summary you wrote in 2011 doesnt paint an accurate picture of you anymore. Although you can make a few tweaks, sometimes its best to j ust delete it and start from scratch, especially if your belastung job search was over three years ago. Youve grown and your resume should reflect this.Change the layout Resumes, just like furniture and fashion change with the times. You need to update your dcor, so to speak, to visually bring your document into the current century. Play around with new fonts (but dont go crazy) and change your headings.Update work history Some revisions on your work history section will be necessary, especially at the top and bottom of your resume. Add recent positions, include relevant accomplishments and any special contributions, add new skills and accomplishments from your current or most recent job and finally, drop any position that you left before 2011. Make sure you shine the spotlight on your current career instead of past accomplishments.Add new skills and remove the old Since your last job search, youve learned new skills. Now its time to make sure potential employers take notice Where t o start?First, read over the skills you have listed on your resume.Next, ask yourself if youve used each skill recently. If you cant remember the last time you used it, its probably time to delete it.Go over your list again and think about the job you most want, then delete the skills that wont help you land the position you desire.Now its time to add your most recently acquired skillsRemember, you should always keep your resume tight, clear and in-line with your current goals and plans. If youre evolving, so should your resume For more guidance, explore the tools and tips on our blog and website.