While there are seemingly a billion ways to write a resume; there are only a few ways to create an effective one-and by effective, we mean get the interview, and hopefully-by extension-the position. This said, many people want to know exactly what the magical combination of words, format, and phrases that can help a person get noticed through the resume. While there is no magic involved, there is a certain range of tips that should be followed in every resume-no matter what style of resume format or kind you choose to use. Here are the most standard of tips to follow in creating your resume masterpiece:

1. Professional: At all times in your resume-and all address to the potential employer-you must be professional and respectful. This means that especially in your resume, you need to refrain from slang words or unpolished appearance. Remember, that in most cases, you will be applying for a job in which you will have to interact with some people-however minimal that may be-and those interactions need to be professional. This said, your resume is the first impression you give-don't look sloppy.

2. Editing: In close concert to professionalism is the necessity of the person creating the resume to address any editing issues that may exist. So, go over your document a few times; and if need be, have a second person look it over. You want to make sure that there are no mistakes of grammar, spelling mistakes, or format inconsistencies; as this makes you look uninterested in the position, lazy, and perhaps-just untrained in basic English.

3. Customization: Even if you do not choose to use a targeted resume format, you should still be ensuring that the experience and skills that you offer somewhat match those requested in the job post. Make sure that you don't misrepresent yourself of course, but, conversely, match similar skills-making them more specific or more general according to their needs at the prospective employer.

4. Talk Yourself Up: Everyone must do it. If you do not talk yourself up as being the best and most efficient at what you do, no one will. It is your job to tell them what you have that they will want; and they certainly do not want modesty. Tell the truth, but talk yourself up in experience and achievements.

5. Action Words: Whenever describing your past responsibilities or tasks in prior jobs, you must always use action words. Not only does it drive home the point, but it also, shows you are active in your roles in your career. Common examples: "aggregated", "optimized", and "inspired".

6. To the Point: While it is positive to have a lot of experience and qualifications, a potential employer does not want four pages of it-no matter what your employment history is. This is why you have to know how to make it all concise. It must be digestible, and easily scanned. List your most invaluable experience, and prepare to expound upon these and other points not mentioned in the interview.

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