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How do we create interest with a company when you’ve been trying to break into an industry and can’t seem to get a face to face interview? Actually, before we answer that; what is the first thing that your targeted potential employer will look at to size you up? Answer: your resume.

As your dedicated firm and power house partner, MAGNUS puts your CV into the potential employer’s hand. BUT… if your resume isn’t concise and founded on substantiated evidence, then we’ll have little success in getting you a meeting with them.

Today, companies are looking for Achievements and Accomplishments far ahead of simple Responsibilities and Duties. We all know what a sales representative does, what your potential employer wants to know is… what is it that sets you apart from every other candidate applying for the same role.

We can address this by creating an (ABR) Accomplishment Based Resume and here’s how we do it:

Below… a few resume formatting tips that have made the difference in literally hundreds of successful placements made by Magnus. Read it, IT WORKS!!!

In bullet form for each position you’ve held, enter a maximum of 6 points. The first three points should be accomplishments. These highlight your track record of success and make your achievements tangible for the viewer.

Quantifiable numbers are the best way to exemplify your successes. These numeric values should be further broken down into (% to Objective) on an Annual basis, ($- Dollar Growth) and finally, (Ranking – your numeric pole position versus your peers). This helps further substantiate your abilities and potential to excel in a new role.

Responsibilities (2 or 3 point maximum) should be positioned after your achievements. Be selective in highlighting the differentiating factors that catapulted you to the top of your team. Think of how you were creative in your role and how your initiatives brought about positive change within your organization. What sacrifices did you make for your team, your boss or your company?

If your Curriculum Vitae (CV) is too long, clients will glaze over it. It should be a maximum of 2 pages for sales professionals, management 3 pages max, executives a 3-5 page limit. We need to make your accomplishments explode off the page and stand out, not lull the to potential employer to sleep. So keep it short, keep it precise, keep it numerical and provide reference points to quantify your achievements. This way you can’t lose.