You may have worked hard to create an impressive resume, demonstrating your qualifications with past job titles, achievements, special projects and education.
But did you realize that adding dollar figures to your resume not only paints a vivid picture of your credentials, but helps you land MORE interviews at a higher level?
In today’s challenging economy, a dollar-driven resume can make a distinct difference in the way your achievements are perceived, and the positions for which you’ll be considered.
What’s behind this focus on money? During periods of recession, more employers than ever need professionals who can make it, save it and control it.
By demonstrating the effect of your work on revenue, profit and costs, you’ll net more attention from companies eager to reap the financial rewards of your expertise. Of course, this means that you’ll need to sharpen your resume to add bottom-line metrics on profitability, budget management and cost savings.
Read on for 3 ways to mine your career for dollar signs and use these figures to create an attention-getting resume.
A Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW), Master-Trained Resume Writer, Certified Career Management Coach (CCMC), and Certified Interview Coach (CIC), Laura guides her clients on an intense journey to explore their executive brand, culminating in a full analysis and presentation of strengths, ROI, and successes that position them for a satisfying job search. For more information, visit An Expert Resume.
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