One of the most basic rules to writing a great resume is to be completely honest at all times! Embellishing, exaggerating, or (please do not ever do this) lying will get you absolutely nowhere and might even set you back a few steps. Most employers are doing extremely intense background checks before hiring anyone at any level. There are numerous services available to companies that are capable of digging quite deep into your past almost with one click of a mouse. I have known people who have lost offers because of something so innocent as claiming a college degree when they actually fell a few credit hours short of graduation. Keep in mind, if a registrar receives an inquiry such as: Did Jenny Expediter graduate from your university...and she did not finish (3 credits shy), the simple answer will be...NO!
When writing a resume, be sure to show everything you have accomplished. No matter how much or how little background you think you have, the key is you are demonstrating exactly who you are to potential hiring managers. Some of you have probably heard the claim that your resume is like a demonstrative advertising brochure. Please remember this when it is time to advertise your availability on the job market! If you have questions about preparing a winning resume, please ask me!
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