Scannable Resumés

• Most companies now scan resumes using state-of-the-art software to identify keywords.
  
  
• Keywords will vary based upon occupation and industry.
  
  
• Keywords must also be used to convey value to a prospective employer.
  
  
• Employers are focused on one thing only, a "value-added" resume. In other words, what do you bring to the table?
  
  
• Your resume must use keywords that convey the following:
  
  • Your ability to contribute to cost reductions
  • Your ability to demonstrate flexibility and achieve lean staffing
  • Your ability to contribute to revenue growth
  • Your ability to achieve customer excellence, etc.
    
    
• If you are an executive, keywords must convey the following:
  
  • Your ability to establish a strategic vision and direction
  • Your ability to establish an operational infrastructure
  • Your ability to contribute to business development
  • Your use of goal setting and performance metrics, etc.
    
    
• We incorporate keywords in you cover letter and resume in order to maximize results.
  
  
• At Resumes Etc. we understand this trend. Please feel free to review our testimonials to see the results of our efforts.