Your resume should reflect both you and the position for which you are applying. Have two resumes:

• A generic copy reflecting your general skills and
• A specific copy relating directly to the position for which you are applying.

If you have properly completed your homework on the company to which you are applying, you should have a very good idea of how your skills should be highlighted:

• Select a focus
• Have a written description of the job
• Delete detailed past experiences not relevant to the current position
• Insert key words relative to the industry
• Be clear and concise
• Make sure the resume flows-no gaps in job history
• Have your resume available to e-mail
• Avoid gimmicks. Concentrate on skills, knowledge, and ability.
• Check and recheck for typos, grammar, spelling, date errors, etc.

During the interview you will review your resume. Formulate brief descriptions or lists for the following items:

• Describe your job
• What does your company do?
• What is the environment like?
• How big is the company? The department?
• Detail your duties (don't exaggerate)
• To whom do you report? Title?
• Inventory your successes (give statistical examples)
• Concentrate on skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Be brief, concise, and accurate.
• Have your reference list ready. Make certain your contacts have been notified.
• Do not include personal data or references.
• Sell only the skills that pertain to the job.