One common mistake resume writers make is to make a list of duties, failing to provide
detailed examples of accomplishments and areas of responsibility.
Not exact matches
You might also find it helpful to use a highlighter or colored pen to mark specific
details in your resume that you want to bring up — for
example, the
accomplishments that you are most proud
of or the job title (s) that are most relevant to the position you're interviewing for.
Edit your resume and only include skills, responsibilities and
accomplishments for which you can give an
examples of or can go into great
detail on the
accomplishment or responsibility.
Award justifications often are filled with specific
examples of accomplishments and how you attained the
accomplishment; they are often
detailed.
For
example, creating long lists
of skills without providing
details about
accomplishments and areas
of specialty excites many professionals.
Basically, you should be saying here are
details of my
accomplishments and some
examples of the work that I have done, which prove that I am the best candidate you will find for the job that you have advertised.
For
example, instead
of creating long lists
detailing your past skills and
accomplishments, focus on what the company wants out
of the person they hire and tailor your achievements to match.
Some
examples of impressive
accomplishments might encompass the percentage
of students who improved under your instruction, the number
of students who made progress in a skill during the academic year, or
details about positive performance evaluations.