The Proof is in the Results

You are applying for a new role and the job description says you require the following abilities: โ€œleadership, communication, and organizationโ€.

Will you be like the majority of job seekers and simply add these skills to your resume in the form of vague references, such as: โ€œExcellent communication skills with the ability to lead and manage othersโ€ or โ€œCapable of completing tasks in a timely mannerโ€.ย ?

If so, watch out! ย Employers do not appreciate lack-lusterย content; in fact many employers may choose not to read your resume any further after noting generic statements.

If you have increased sales, driven new initiatives, or collaborated closely with others you must provide an example of how the application of these skills resulted in good outcomes. ย Support all statements with concrete achievements or success. Even better, quantify facts as often as possible (answer: how many, how much and how often) to add even more value.

How can you catch the eye of employers? Itโ€™s simple: provide the proof.

Instead of saying you have โ€œExcellent communication skills with the ability to lead and manage othersโ€ you might reference a time you guided a team to great achievement, such as:ย โ€œDirected the creation and execution of $18M marketing strategy in collaboration with 6 department heads; generated additional organizational revenues of $5M after two years timeโ€. This strong statement is eye-catching, quantitative, results-oriented, and it implies good leadershipย and good communication skillsโ€ฆ. without specifically listing them. The proof is in the results.

So ask yourself, how doesย yourย resume provide the proof?

Adrienne Tom

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