5-Point Executive and Professional Resume Checklist

Writing a good executive resume can be overwhelming, particularly if you have tons of experience and senior leadership appointments coupled with mergers, acquisitions, industry changes, and cultural transformations.  Once you begin to put pen to paper, you could end up with a 4-5 page executive resume, which is certainly not ideal in today’s employment market.  Below I have provided some modern resume tips on how to present a current resume format to prospective employers. 

#1 Write to Connect with the Hiring Manager

Does your CEO resume clearly state your unique value proposition upfront in terms of who you are, the benefits of hiring you, and what you can deliver? Your writing strategy should be focused and concisely written in a layout that presents your top strengths at a cursory glance.

#2 Streamline the Content

In situations where you have been downsized or have extended periods of unemployment, it can be very tempting to include every skill you have into your professional resume.  I would caution against this as the resume can become very overwhelming and lack impact for your prospective employer. 

Remember you only have 7 to 10 seconds to capture their attention; therefore, present a strong opening that sets the stage for communicating compelling highlights within each leadership role.

#3 Create a Professional Resume That Is Applicant Tracking System Friendly

Along with your leadership value and expertise, include industry-specific verbiage within your professional resume when outlining the scope of the position and ensure that you have a well-crafted  keyword optimization strategy.

#4 Print Your Executive Resume Well in Advance of an Interview

Avoid any last-minute, unexpected challenges by printing and reviewing your executive resume a few days prior to your interview.

#5 Proofread Your Professional Resume

Write your professional resume, then put it aside for a day or so and read it again to ensure it is free of typos. Also, ask a trusted colleague or family member to read it as well for a second pair of eyes.

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