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IMPACT vs. tasks
I was on LinkedIn and one of my connections brought up a great point for those looking to find a new job.
When it comes to your resume, "focus on achievements not activity. Instead of focusing on the tasks you have done in the past, list accomplishments and deliverables."
I like to say, think more about the IMPACT you've made rather than what you do on a daily basis.
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Peg Glover
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12/15/20 at 5:58PM UTC
One of the best articles I think written on this topic was by Lazlo Bock when he was at Google. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20140929001534-24454816-my-personal-formula-for-a-better-resume/
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KelliI help you go from STUCK TO FULFILLED
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12/15/20 at 6:38PM UTC
Wow, Peg - I haven't seen that before. I'm so grateful you shared this.
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Peg Glover
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12/15/20 at 9:08PM UTC
When I did coaching I always used it as a tool to empower job seekers - you have to figure out your accomplishments to write it. That in turn reminds you how strong you are or where you need to shore up the game.
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KelliI help you go from STUCK TO FULFILLED
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12/15/20 at 9:10PM UTC
Absolutely love it! I will be using it with my clients.
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Barb HansenAsk me anything about Startups
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12/15/20 at 8:42PM UTC
Thanks for sharing this article. :)
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KelliI help you go from STUCK TO FULFILLED
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12/15/20 at 9:11PM UTC
Glad you found it helpful, Barb!
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Pat RoqueSpeaker, Career Transformation Coach, Mastermind
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12/15/20 at 6:26PM UTC
Agreed, showcase your quantifiable achievements. Even better, ensure you can connect the dots from how that win may impact your new employer! People care about if/how it can benefit them.
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KelliI help you go from STUCK TO FULFILLED
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12/15/20 at 6:33PM UTC
Absolutely - thanks, Pat!
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Pat RoqueSpeaker, Career Transformation Coach, Mastermind
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12/16/20 at 12:03AM UTC
My pleasure
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Shanita TaylorAuthor, Leadership Certified & Life Coach
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12/16/20 at 4:02AM UTC
I agree, this is good advice. Employers look for employees who can operate their businesses, meet customers needs, produce very high quality products, and those with great productivity rates.
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KelliI help you go from STUCK TO FULFILLED
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12/16/20 at 3:56PM UTC
Hi Shanita - Yes! It's less about your "experience" in that particular industry and more about your tactical implementation and achieving results.
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Shanita TaylorAuthor, Leadership Certified & Life Coach
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12/16/20 at 4:04PM UTC
Well said.
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Lesa EdwardsTHE career expert for high achievers
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12/16/20 at 12:53PM UTC
Yes - this is one of the primary benefits of hiring a credentialed, experienced resume writer. Someone who can extract your genius and present it in a way that shows the difference you made for the organizations you've worked with.
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KelliI help you go from STUCK TO FULFILLED
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12/16/20 at 3:56PM UTC
Absolutely, Lisa! Major benefit!
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Nikki ReyesSeasoned when it comes to people : )
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12/17/20 at 7:31AM UTC
Good advice! Will do this when i revise my resume.
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