So, by now you probably have figured out that a generic or "one size fits all" resume doesn't work in today's job market..
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each job you apply for needs its own resume.
Often if you are applying for the same position in different companies, you can just "tweak it".
-But make sure you do individualize it for each posting you apply for, because each company and position is different and this is a key factor in how your resume will stand out from the rest of the heap.
The most obvious place to look for the price of admission competency key words is in the job posting for which you are applying.
The key words will be sprinkled through out the posting.
Here are a few places to look and tips for identifying the key words: oPosition overview or summary.
Often at the beginning of a posting there will be a summary of the job.
As this listed at the beginning of the job, it is probably considered to be of high importance.
Look for key words in the summary.
oMinimum Qualifications.
Minimum qualifications are always price of admission competencies.
Make sure they are included in your resume oAdditional or Unique Required Skills.
Sometimes job postings have an additional skills or unique or preferred skills section.
The items in this section are separated out for a reason, so they are price of admission competencies and key words.
oSpecific skill sets related to the trade or profession.
Often these are listed throughout the posting.
These skills are key words.
oOften you will see key words repeated throughout job postings..
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Look for repeated buzz words or skills and add them to the resume.
oOther similar job postings from the same company.
Often similar positions of different "grades" or "levels" will be posted as well (ie: Structures Tech I & II).
Look at these postings and find the similarities which are repeated.
Most often this will help you confirm key words.
oBehavioral skills or attributes listed.
If specific attributes are listed in the posting, they are most likely key words..
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: must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
Team oriented.
oCompany web site.
Many companies have identified cultural price of admission competencies.
These correlate with the company's brand or identity.
They may be attributes such as efficiency, exceptional customer service, or exceptional quality.
They also are often found in the mission statement or stated core values.
Once identified, these key words need to be listed prominently and frequently throughout your resume for maximum effectiveness.
Follow these guidelines and you will be well on your way to standing out from the rest of the competition.