Give Yourself Credit

Hiring managers and most professionals are very busy people. If they are looking to hire somebody that has previous experience, they want to see that on a resume. For a typical position a manager might receive 30 resumes for an open position. Out of those 30 resumes, only three might get a chance at an interview. Now while scanning resumes, they might be looking for certain buzz words and or positions. If these words, phrases, or titles are not there, the resume will get recycled. Make sure you explain all of your duties at your previous positions. It might not seem important, but it might cost you an opportunity for an interview. And remember this is only the first step. Make sure to spell out all the duties of your previous positions, because if it is left off a resume it can your chances at lending your next job.