Every resume tells a story. The best job candidates use theirs to grab your attention and leave you wanting to know more. They give you that “aha moment” that tells you that this is someone who deserves an interview. 

When you’re faced with a daunting pile of resumes for a job opening, what can you look for to effectively narrow down the field and ultimately make the right hiring decision? 

Create a checklist to shorten your list.

Develop a checklist of the minimum skills, experience, and education required to do the job. Use this as a guide to initially divide piles of resumes into “yes, no” and “maybe” piles. 

Watch for red flags.

Certain warning signs of potential problems outweigh a candidate meeting the basic requirements for a position. They include: 

Word choice is critical.

Laser focus on the language an applicant uses in their resume. If it’s too ambiguous, it may be camouflaging a lack of relevant experience or knowledge.  

Hire for potential.

Use your checklist, but remember: not everyone follows a cookiecutter, traditional career path.  

At PrideStaff Fresno, our mission is to deliver what matters most to our clients as they seek new talent – whether it’s reviewing a plethora of resumes, screening candidates, interviewing, negotiating, or any other step in their recruitment process. We can help you achieve better results and quicker placements in customer service, IT, accounting and finance, legal support, healthcare, and production. Read our related posts or contact us today to learn more. 

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