Strengthen Your Resume and Social Media

Are you seeking to upgrade your job? 

Be careful with your resume and social media! Employers struggle to find qualified people to fill positions in their companies. They’re getting savvy at sniffing out resume cheaters. Subpar job performance can prompt managers to investigate an employee’s past. If lies are discovered, termination can occur immediately and possibly trigger legal action.

One survey reported that 75% of HR managers have caught a lie on a resume. Like the applicant who claimed to have been a construction supervisor when he had actually only built a doghouse! Proverbs 10:9 says, “He who walks in integrity walks securely, but he who makes his ways crooked will be found out.”

So, what are employers seeking in candidates? What key attributes should you include in your resume? They want people with a strong work ethic. So list any self-directed achievements. They’ll show that you’re ambitious and eager to take on challenges. They want employees who can contribute from day one. Note your current skills or certifications. Strengthen your competency and your resume by taking some online, evening, or weekend classes.

Are you a person of Godly character, integrity, and emotional intelligence? Recruiters are hiring managers by studying social media for insight into your personality. A resume and social media profile that set you apart from others is a great way to get your foot in the door! 

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