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The Resume Construction Guide
Don't just fill in a template. Follow this strategic roadmap to build a document that demands attention.
01 Preparation
Gather your "Raw Materials" before writing.
Master List
Create a document listing EVERY job, project, volunteer role, and certification. This is your source code.
Target Audience
Scan 3-5 job descriptions. Highlight keywords. Your resume must answer their needs.
Format
Reverse-Chronological is best for most. Lists current job first.
02 The Skeleton
Set up a clean, readable layout. Messy gets rejected.
Contact Info
Name, email, phone, LinkedIn. No full address needed; City/State suffices.
Summary
Write a "Summary" (value you bring), not an "Objective" (what you want).
Section Hierarchy
03 Impact (The Content)
Do not just list duties. List achievements.
Action Verbs
Quantify Everything
The Google XYZ Formula
"Accomplished [X] as measured by [Y], by doing [Z]."
04 Visuals & Formatting
Make it scannable in 6 seconds.
Font
Sans-serif (Arial, Roboto). Size 10-12pt.
Margins
Standard 1 inch. Never below 0.5".
Length
1 Page (< 10 yrs exp). 2 Pages (10+ yrs).
File Format
Always PDF. Never Word.
05 Red Flag Check
Final sanity check before sending.
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Typos: Read it backwards to catch errors brains skip.
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Passive Voice: Be active. "Managed" vs "Was responsible for".
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Broken Links: Click every single link in the final PDF.
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Personal Info: No age, religion, marital status, or photo.
06 Submission Strategy
Don't fumble at the finish line.
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Naming: Use
First_Last_Resume.pdf. Neverresume_final_v3.pdf. -
Subject Line: "Application for [Role] - [Your Name]". Clear & searchable.
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Follow Up: No reply in 5 business days? Send a polite, short email reaffirming interest.
The "Fresher" vs. The "Pro"
See the difference between a resume that gets ignored and one that gets interviews.
The "Rejected" Resume
- Includes photo & full address (Outdated)
- Generic "Objective" statement
- Skill bars (70% HTML means nothing)
- Lists duties ("Responsible for...")
The "Hired" Resume
- Clean header with clickable links
- Summary of Skills & Value
- Quantified Achievements (Numbers!)
- Action Verbs ("Developed", "Optimized")
The ATS Keyword Cheat Sheet
Agencies search for these exact terms. Make sure they are in your "Skills" section.
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