Each day we will give you some job tips from Don Fornes.

Don't name your resume, "resume." About a third of applicants name their resume document, "resume.doc." "Resume" may make sense on your computer, where you know it's your resume. However, on my computer, it's one of many, many resumes with the same name. I used to rename them, but then I noticed the strong correlation between unqualified candidates and the "resume" file name. Now I reject them if I don't see something really good within ten seconds. By using such a generic file name, the applicant misses a great opportunity to brand themselves (e.g. "John Doe" " Quota Crusher"). If you're qualified enough to sell or market for us, you won't miss the opportunity to at least use your name in the file name.

 

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