We would like to think that when we send someone a resume, it gets read from top to bottom, and they think about how they can best find a place for us in their organization. Usually, however, the reality is quite different! Instead, it gets scanned quickly and if they don't immediately see an obvious match, they move on. There are ALWAYS more resumes. So, first impressions are critical!
In this presentation, we'll discuss best practices for an effective resume in today's market, and how to make your most relevant skills get noticed quickly. You'll learn how you can make your project management skills and experience stand out from the crowd.
Harry Urschel is a retained executive recruiter and Senior Partner with Hansen|Back, a Minneapolis based Executive Search and Leadership Consulting firm.
For over 30 years, he’s been a Recruiter, Talent Acquisition Leader, business owner and writer in the Twin Cities area. Additionally, he leads Crossroads Career Network, a large job transition support group in Eden Prairie that serves over 200 people per month with help and resources for a successful job transition.
He speaks regularly on job search and career related topics. He’s been interviewed as a career expert in pieces for CNN, Fortune Magazine, ComputerWorld, Chicago Tribune, JobTalkAmerica, and multiple books and other publications.
