Is it true that a smart job applicant will adjust their resume for every position to which they apply? Absolutely yes. Your experiences may not change, but the elements you stress in your resume will certainly change from one job application to the next.
If Company A is looking for a self-starter who is comfortable initiating and designing projects, then your experience setting up a cross-departmental team to tackle the problem of how to reduce electricity consumption by 25% last summer is more relevant.
If Company B is looking for someone with a strong academic background, you'd probably add a bit more detail to the extra-curricular activities you were involved in at university to ensure that 3.7 GPA looks as good as it possibly can.
If Company C wants someone with international experience, then you'd be better off cutting 1-2 domestic M&A deals and highlighting the international ones instead.
One size does not fit all when it comes to showing how your background might suit a particular job. So don't be afraid to tailor your resume to fit every single job you apply for.
John Couke
john.couke@gmail.com
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