Ep59: 5 signs of a bad resume. Avoid these mistakes.

In this episode, Mei Phing discusses the five signs of a bad resume and emphasizes the importance of regularly updating and improving your resume.

Highlights

[01:18] 📝 Mei Phing highlights the common complaint of not getting job interviews and emphasizes the need to take action instead of complaining on social media.

[03:06] 📑 Mei Phing stresses the importance of understanding what makes a bad resume in order to improve it effectively.

[04:38] 📚 Mei Phing explains the significance of regular resume updates, even for non-job seekers, to maintain a clear understanding of one’s value and career goals.

[06:41] 📌 Mei Phing discusses the first sign of a bad resume: the lack of a clear career story that showcases progression and growth.

[08:26] 🎯 Mei Phing addresses the second sign of a bad resume: the absence of focus or the inclusion of irrelevant information.

[10:18] 📝 Mei Phing advises on the ideal length of a resume and shares a success story of a client who significantly improved their job search results by making their resume concise and focused.

[12:05] 🌟 Mei Phing highlights the fourth sign of a bad resume: being too vague and failing to clearly communicate one’s impact and achievements.

[13:30] 📝 Mei Phing cautions against using copy and paste templates, emphasizing the importance of clean formatting and readability.

[15:18] 🔑 Mei Phing summarizes the five signs of a bad resume and encourages listeners to take action in improving their resumes.

Key Insights

👀 The lack of a clear career story in a resume can hinder a candidate’s ability to effectively communicate their progression and growth.

🎯 A focused resume that highlights relevant skills and experiences is essential to attract the attention of hiring managers and recruiters.

📝 Keeping the resume concise and avoiding unnecessary information is crucial for maintaining the reader’s interest and understanding.

🌟 Clearly articulating achievements and impact in the resume helps hiring managers better assess a candidate’s potential value.

📝 While templates may seem appealing, it is important to prioritize clean formatting and readability over fancy designs.

🔑 Regularly updating and improving the resume, regardless of job search status, can lead to better career opportunities and a clearer understanding of one’s value.

🌟 Taking action to improve the resume is more productive than complaining on social media about not getting job interviews.

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