It’s Turn to Shine
It’s time to sit down at your computer (or get out your pencil and paper) and use the template found earlier in this section to create your achievement resume. All the principles discussed in writing a good resume section, apply here (using action verbs, writing punchy summary statements, and so on). The only difference is the midsection of the resume, where you’re going to write just a few smashing accomplishments that shoot you light-years ahead of your competition. That’s right: no boring job descriptions, no skill headings, just the cream from the top of your career. Like I said, you’re going to look great!
Career Casualty
Saying too much on a resume can be fatal. You want to say enough to entice the employer to ask questions (in an interview) without giving away the juicy details.
The Least You Need to Know
- An achievement resume that exudes confidence is hard for any employer to resist.
- Emphasize only selected achievements that say you’re the best person for the job.
- De-emphasize a tricky employment history by placing it concisely at the bottom of the page.
- Because your resume presents you as one of the best in your field, you can start salary negotiations at a higher level.
