In today's fast pace world, you don't want to be left behind, especially when trying to find your next great opportunity. While systems can mine your resume for keywords, (often failing to get it right), we have an opportunity to help your human friends quickly and efficiently match your skillset with an open position. Complete these four simple steps and your recruiters will thank you.
NOTE: The example images are directly below for your reference.
- Create your full "Nutshell" document. This is a simple, but powerful document that summarizes your credentials and the years of experience you have in each skillset. Think of it as a keyword list. It should have minimally 3 sections plus one more that is specific to your career.
- Compare your Nutshell to the position description. Look for matches to your skillset.
- Make edits to remove skills that don't match and add some detail to those that do. The idea is not to be too detailed, but offer a bit more than keyword search match.
- While your recruiter should have your full Nutshell on file for reference, be sure to send the pared-down version customized to the each new open position as soon as you are able. This will also reduce concerns by the hiring agency that you are "over-qualified."
That's it! Go forth and be awesome, I wish you all the best.
Great article Ryan! Love it!