Before you go on a job hunt, it’s important to ensure that you prepare beforehand. This means preparing and updating your resume to the latest version. As you continue to search for a job, it’s crucial to note that there are some things you must include and others that should be avoided. You should ensure that all the information provided in your resume is enough to convince the employer that you’re the perfect fit for the company. If you’re unsure what to include on a resume, here are six pieces of important information to write!

Contact Information

On the top of your resume, you should always include your contact information. It should be simple to read and understand. Some of this information includes:

  • Name and mailing address
  • Professional e-mail address. You should avoid writing in your personal or unprofessional e-mail that uses inappropriate words.
  • Phone numbers. You should ensure that your outgoing voice mail message does not have slang, inappropriate language, or loud background music.
  • Include your website or online portfolio's URL

Objective Statement

An objective statement is where you should include and state clearly the purpose of your resume. Though not every resume has this, you can use it to tell an employer about a certain job or career objective you have in mind. You should make your objective specific to the position you're seeking for. If you don't want to put it on your resume, make sure to include one in your cover letter. 

Summary Statement

A summary statement is important as it draws the employer's attention by emphasizing your qualifications. It's often substituted for an objective statement as your employer might not read the entirety of your resume. By having a summary statement, it gives them a quick overview of your job history, accomplishments, and talents. The statement should be brief in order to be effective and should be tailored to the position for which you are applying. When writing your summary statement, include keywords and resume verbs.

Employment History

Your professional experience might be presented in many different ways. The chronological format is the most straightforward. Include your work experience in chronological order, with your present or most recent position at the top. Specify the title of your job, your employer's name, as well as the state and city where you work. Include the start and end dates of your job (month and year). Add an overview of your responsibilities and achievements for each role.

Education

You should include your highest degree or most recent education and work your way down the list. State your degree, subject of study/major, and the location and name of the institution you attended.

Other Information

Besides the basics, you should include additional information that is relevant to the job you're applying for. This includes volunteer work or computer skills.

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