How to Write the Best Resume

As a resume is the first impression you will give to a recruiter, you should therefore write it thoroughly. Learn how to write the perfect resume for Canada on mywage.ca/ and stand out in your job applications.

A well written resume is a great way to get noticed by your new potential employer. If you have it covered, you may get work at your ideal company!

Your resume should be

Simple
Honest
Precise
Clear
Relevant
Tailored

How do I structure my resume for Canada?

Start with your personal information in the header. Include your full name, job title, phone number and email address. Having your contact information is very important for the employer to be able to reach you.

However, do not share too much personal information, for instance, the recruiter does not need to know about your marital status.

Then write a short overview about your professional self. This includes a summary of your experience, skills and educational background.
Summarize your experience. Use reverse chronological order: start with your current job to the least recent one. Mention the dates of your employment, the employer and a summary of your main tasks and achievements. Make sure that your professional experience and your previous responsibilities match or are relevant to the job you are applying to.
List your education. This includes your school, university, degree and graduation dates. Your GPA score is optional.
Sort out your skills. Write keywords of your skill set in bullet points. Try to use the same adjectives used in the job description, if matched with your skills. For example, if your employer is looking for a person who works well in a team, one of the skills you can mention is “Excellent teamwork”.
Include additional information that make you stand out. These could be certifications, volunteering, languages and hobbies.

How do I design my resume?

The internet is full of free ready-made CV templates that you can customize. Here is one source you could use: https://zety.com/en-ca/cv-templates

Pick a simple design
Choose a basic font
Utilize headings
Go for minimal styling
Use bullet points for clarity
Check your spelling and grammar
Mind the length (1-2 pages)

A few extra tips

Personalize your resume to each position you are applying to
Include a link to your LinkedIn profile
Proof read your resume
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