Job Spring Cleaning - Resume Update Time

As the robins begin to nest and the trees begin to green, it also becomes the time that many people think of spring housecleaning. Unfortunately, few think to also update their resumes with their achievements or training that has taken place since the last time they updated their resume.

A healthy job hunting habit is to update your resume every spring around the same time you take out your patio furniture.  Review your work year and make sure to update your resume with your achievements, awards and your performance reviews.  For example, " Rated exceeds expectations on all work performance reviews for four performance reviews during 2012"  or " 2012 corporate award winner of excellence recipient. 

Resume formats and styles also change so make sure your resume's printed format is consistent with the preferred resume format style in your specific job category and industry.  Once you have your resume updated you may want to network with others in your industry to "keep in touch" as another spring cleaning ritual.


For more tips and information on how to increase your chances when job hunting read my book Get Hired! A Recruiter's Inside Guide to Getting a Job. 

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