New year, new me was one of your goals, right? Well, don’t quit ahead! Whether you are just starting in the job market or you’ve been here a few years, there is always an opportunity to improve yourself by boosting your resume. The beginning of the year is an ideal time to review your resume from last year and find room to make some improvements so we have some tips that can be helpful.
Build your own brand
If you have heard this over and over again, there’s a reason! Telling the story of your qualifications and successes while highlighting your personal projects and successes is a great way to stand out. Nowadays, most businesses are looking for diversity and people with a “wow factor” so clearly describe your achievements in specific statements.
Stay updated with LinkedIn Recommendations!
According to the LinkedIn Ads Blog, an excellent way to boost your presence in professional network platforms is to use the “4-1-1 rule” which states that for every single piece of content you share about yourself or your company, you should share an update from another source and share four pieces of content written by others. This type of practice will help you build a solid digital presence and allow you to have a proper organization about the kind of content that you believe is relevant to increase your engagement.
Be open to expanding your knowledge
Even if you already have an area of expertise within your industry, it is always a good idea to stay open to the idea of learning new trades. Some general In-Demand skills that you can learn to stay competitive in the current market can be web design, project management, or social media, among many others.
This is a great time to start thinking about your professional goals for next year, so make sure you are set with a great resume to ace all your interviews!
