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(soft music)

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- For many people,
January is an optimal time

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to hunker down and start
looking for a new job.

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If you're wondering where to begin,

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it might be a good idea to
start by refreshing your resume

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which you probably haven't looked at

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since the last time you
were searching for a job.

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Here are four ways to revamp your resume.

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Hiring tools are supposed to
surface the most qualified

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candidates, but as it's written,

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these hiring tools are imperfect

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and they can actually discriminate

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against certain types of applicants.

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So if your resume doesn't follow specific

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formatting guidelines,
it may get passed over

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even if you're qualified for the role.

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One easy step is to drop keywords

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from the job description
directly into your resume.

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It's important to be honest

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when you're explaining
a gap on your resume.

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A hiring manager is
likely to be understanding

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if you're forthcoming about stepping back

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due to caregiving responsibilities
or getting laid off

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because you work in a struggling industry.

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A resume can also act as a signpost

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to your other skills and accomplishments.

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If you're a cinematographer,
attach your reel.

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If you're a writer, share
your most recent work.

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Simplicity is key

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when you're trying to
draw a recruiter's eye.

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Go for a minimalist design
and keep everything organized.

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Cut out distracting font
types and visual flourishes.

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You may think that'll set
you apart, but in reality

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too much embellishment makes
for a poor first impression,

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so just keep it simple.

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(water hushing)