Resume / CV is the primary Marketing tool for any candidate. Hence, it is vital to make it as strong as possible. There is no such thing as a standard format, but by applying some simple strategies, you can write a winning resume. General Tips for writing an effective resume:
Know the purpose of your resume
Make sure to use the right keywords
Use effective titles (For example: Bad title: Accounting, Good title: Management of A/R and A/P and Recordkeeping)
Proofread it twice
Use bullet points
Put the most important and relevant information first
Attention to the typography
Explain the benefits of your skills
Avoid negativity
Achievements instead of responsibilities
No pictures
One resume for each employer
You don’t need to list all your work experiences
Don’t include irrelevant information
Use Mr. and Ms. if appropriate
No lies, please
Get someone else to review your resume
One or two pages
Use action verbs
Update your resume regularly
No scattered information
No jargon or slang