How do you put together a resume?
4 steps in creating a resume
Create a resume that works
In this article, we will explain in detail why a good resume is so important for successful employment. You will learn what elements should be in your resume and how to design them correctly to catch the attention of employers.
Four steps to success
Understanding what recruiters are looking for - 30 minutes
Don't skip this step by relying on a general idea of skills in consulting. Superficial knowledge is no substitute for a thorough understanding of the recruiters' requirements. Be as specific as possible so that your resume accurately reflects the competencies needed.
Setting the foundation - 2.5 hours
Rather than jumping straight into writing the resume itself, you should first gather and work through all the data you are going to rely on. This will allow you to pull together all the information that you will be able to base your final document on.
Synthesis: Drafting a document - 2 hours
This is the easiest step of all four. You already have all the necessary points from step two, so all you have to do is follow the standard guidelines below.
Quality Control - 5 hours
Make sure your resume is ready for recruiters and reflects your best. Use our checklist for first edits, but don't neglect feedback - it's important, though it takes time. Repeat edits, taking feedback into account, until your resume is completely finished.
Understanding what recruiters are looking for
Most consulting firms list similar sets of key qualities they want to see in candidates. Typically, the following skill set is required on a consultant's resume:
- AnalyticalHave advanced analytical skills and a high level of cognitive thinking skills
- LeadershipAbility to take a leading role in projects
- Problem SolvingAbility to find effective solutions to complex problems
- Entrepreneurial spiritHighly motivated and willing to take initiative
- Achievement of resultsAbility to effectively implement ideas to achieve success
- Functional knowledgeUnderstand the business environment and understand its mechanisms in practice
- TeamworkAbility to manage relationships and work productively with others
How do you make sure you get noticed?
Having key competencies in your resume is not a guarantee that you will be invited for an interview. The reason is simple: apart from automated screening, recruiters only scan a resume, spending no more than 30 seconds on it. McKinsey, for example, receives 200,000+ applications a year, and most of them are rejected at the first review. To keep your resume from ending up in the recycle garbage can, you need to be clear about your skills. We'll show you how to structure your resume so that the recruiter can see your value right away.
Signals
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1) Compliance with industry standardsA typical resume is just a chronological list of experience, but in consulting, more is required. It must strictly adhere to industry standards: one page, standard font, 4-5 sections, no photos. Deviation from the format will result in automatic rejection. -
2) Focus on skillsRecruiters are looking for specific competencies, not just work experience. Your resume should clearly demonstrate the key skills required for a consultant. -
3) Focus on AchievementsConsulting firms don't care as much about your job titles as they do about results. Just having a job does not indicate skills. Show exactly how you have been successful and contributed to the company's growth. -
4) Clear language
Don't overload your resume with technical jargon. The recruiter may not be familiar with your industry, so use simple and clear language. For example, instead of using complicated engineering terms, it is better to write, "Used advanced computer simulations to study turbine failures".
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Source:
Consulting Resume: what recruiters really want in 2024
https://www.myconsultingcoach.com/consulting-resume
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