Resumes

I feel that in the age of social media, resumes are becoming obsolete. However, the fact is many of today's employers are from the "old school" and they are comfortable with papers and forms. I think even though resumes are not the future of job interviews, people entering into the work force should be aware and capable of producing a professional and attention-grabbing resume.

In the article "How to Avoid Common Resume Mistakes," the first point is to focus on accomplishments rather than responsibilities. The idea that "anyone can do their job, but only a small percentage of the population can do their job well, wherever they go," is very true in today's workforce. In an ever-increasing competitive work environment, applicants need to distinguish themselves from the majority by showing areas in which they've excelled at previous jobs.

I also think that positioning your resume as a marketing document rather than a "get to know you" history is an excellent point. Although once in a job, employers want their employees to be individual and creative, during an interview employers are looking for professional and capable candidates. Applicants need to prove their ability to effectively communicate in speech and print.