Want to Be a Resume Writer? 3 Easy Steps To Writing an Effective Resume

A popular service for Virtual Assistants is resume writing. Here are some tips to help you prepare for this exciting niche.

An effectively written resume is the perfect tool to achieve the objective of securing an interview. In short, it’s an advertisement matching your client's skills to the employer’s needs. An "OK" resume may win your client a personal interview, but a strong resume will increase his or her chances of landing the job.

An effective resume should clearly indicate how your client will positively affect the company’s bottom line. Companies look for specific skill sets for every position. You need to look closely at the job requirements, and then emphasize those very skills in the resume you write for your client.

Keep It Short

Keep the resume short and easy to comprehend - after all, your client will give a detailed explanation of it during the personal interview. Employers have to go through many resumes to find the ones they find interesting, so make yours stand out from the crowd.

A typical employer is likely to spend little more than half a minute on each resume. That’s why perfecting your client's resume is a must; it should be short, eye catching and promising enough to get them to call your client.

Clearly State Your Client's Objectives

The objective is the ‘goal statement’ - it should be brief, but strong enough to keep the reader interested in reading further. Objectives should be written from the employers’ perspective, detailing how your client's past experience, skills, and educational qualifications will benefit their organization.

Highlight Your Client's Skills

Broadly outline your client's skills. Keeping it brief will enable you to put his or her strongest points first. Include soft skills like effective communication, being a team player, and leadership qualities. Also include technical skills, mentioning how he or she acquired them.

Highlight your client's functional area of expertise. Mention any special skills and certifications earned. All computer skills are important, as they indicate how versatile your client. However, list skills sets in the order that meets profile of the position your client is seeking.

Any accomplishments that you mention should be supported with documentation. Your client should be prepared to bring proof of anything contained in his or her resume if he is granted a personal interview.

Finally, many resume and cover latter templates are available. If you use a template, don't just copy and paste your information into the "insert here" spaces. Instead, allow the templates to guide and inspire you toward your own great masterpiece... and your client's new career.