When you search for a job, you might be thinking about how a position with Company X will enhance your life. As a potential employee, it's easy to forget that a resume isn't about you. It's about what you can do for a company.

As basic as it sounds, sometimes you may convince yourself otherwise. A successful resume is document that should specifically outline how your skills, experience, and track record can potentially add value to a company. That's why the right resume will get you an interview and get you noticed.

How? All you need is a little direction. A resume tells a prospective employer whether you possess the skills to fill the position to which you are applying. Work history is just one of many important aspects of your professional character. The part of your resume that employers pay close attention to is your experience and qualifications. You need action words that relate specifically to the company or position to which you are applying.

Simply put, a resume outlines how you are going to make or save a prospective employer money. A professional resume writer is experienced in finding and highlighting your strengths and skills. Fortunately, there are specific resume formats suited to your situation. You may not realize your potential worth. If you're having trouble identifying your achievements and putting them into words, think about the following questions:

Have you recently attended any continuing education classes?
Did you do well on annual evaluations?
Did you receive any awards or recognition for your work performance?
Are you a team player?
How reliable are you? Punctual?

There are many questions to ask, but you get the idea. Whether you're writing your resume or hiring a professional, it's important to answer these questions as honestly and detailed as possible to get the results you want --the interview.

Finally, just take time to make your resume specifically relate to the position for which you are applying.

Brenda Lovelady
http://www.resumeexpertsllc.com