What does a powerful resume have that yours doesn't?

 

It seems that most people who want to improve their resume--and increase their odds of getting an interview with it--start out by investigating what might be WRONG with the document.

However, you can also get a glimpse of what is RIGHT with a great resume (using a visual example) that can help you work your way in the opposite direction.

Here, I'll unveil resumes that represent the best of the best (globally!) from Career Directors International Toast of the Resume Industry Award competition winners, so that you can get an idea of what a knock-em-dead resume really looks like. (disclaimer - you'll find my work represented here among that of my colleagues)

Here's what these resumes have that yours likely doesn't:
- A personalized brand message that conveys unmistakable strengths
- Striking design and formatting, including potent use of color
- Sufficient white space and easy-to-read design
- Focused writing that precisely differentiates each candidate, while avoiding boilerplate phrases

When viewing the winning entries, keep in mind that a powerful resume must contain YOUR personal brand message (meaning that copying other resumes just won't cut it).

Find out how to capture your brand and distill it into a straightforward, clear value proposition for employers by reading more on the resume branding process here.

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