What does a top recruiter look for in your resume?

A top recruiter answered the question "what can anyone see after 30 seconds with your resume?" Although answers will differ among recruiters, the comprehensive answer in the article linked below provides a great deal of insight into what is important to them and what to pay close attention to as you compose your resume. 

Our key takeaways:

  • If you've been at your current or most recent job for a short time, think about addressing why you're leaving in an appropriate way. 
  • Make sure the key relevant terms for someone in your job are in there (thoughtfully). 
  • Not explaining gaps creates more questions, which spells application downfall for you. Find creative ways to explain gaps in your employment history. 

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