Write an Incredible Resume: 5 Golden Rules!

[@JeffSu]

How to Write an Amazing Cover Letter 👉🏻 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIbLdYNpZa6Fgc0 Get my Consulting Resume template: www.jeffsu.org/consulting-resume/ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:57 Quick Disclaimer 01:06 The 5 Key Learnings 01:59 Add LinkedIn Profile 03:21 Include the "Right" Keywords 04:41 Add Measurable Results 06:02 The Right Length 07:05 Buzzwords and Clichés 07:55 Quick Summary

[@Tazzspaz]

I would not have guessed that including LinkedIn information was that important!

[@JeffSu]

@@Tazzspaz now you know! 😁

[@gagandeepkaur176]

Hey Jeff! Just came across your video as I was looking for some resource to help get the Staff Accountant position at BIG 4 (Deloitte, PWC, KPMG & EY). I will be applying in few months. If you could help me out. Thanks a lot!

[@JeffSu]

@@gagandeepkaur176 Can't go wrong with Big 4! Well similar to what Amanda did, you want to let the Big 4 you end up choosing know WHY you chose them over the others. It could be a program unique to them, or one of development offerings. Networking is going to be key here :)

[@Ajones985]

Thanks for the invite 👍

[@raghav9832]

I integrated these tips into my resume and ended up landing my dream job! Thanks, Jeff!

[@JeffSu]

Woohoo congrats my friend :)

[@evansheehan8717]

Cheers Jeff 👍

[@sertycaps6644]

Lesgoooo🔥

[@MVS_DJGillyGill]

awesome!, can't wait to implement these too

[@georgeford6506]

Sweet. I love seeing this. Where are currently working ?

[@user-fu5lq5oy8q]

I love how you're still liking comments and engaging with your viewers despite this video being 3 years old

[@JeffSu]

Because I care about my viewers 😂

[@slidestep]

wow

[@leonidcruz6975]

Got laid off a month and a half ago and after watching your videos and applying them to my resume I attribute the attention I got because of you. I just confirmed a job yesterday and wanted to give you a shout out for your help. Thanks a lot.

[@JeffSu]

CONGRATS!!!!!

[@COLL4T3RAL]

where do i make my resume... like just on google docs lol

[@JeffSu]

@@COLL4T3RAL Wait why not

[@COLL4T3RAL]

@@JeffSu I’m just asking because I have no clue how any thing professional is done. Like idk if there is some specific website where people make their resumes or Microsoft word… I hope by watching your videos I can make a great resume. Also if you don’t mind I have some more personal questions for you.

[@saraalm9567]

I literally just got a job interview at one of my dream companies after just one hour of applying. They have rejected me 3 times before this even though nothing changed in my career other than the tips I applied to my CV from your video. Youre awesome. Thank you for sharing such helpful information!

[@JeffSu]

That's AWESOME Sara congrats!!!

[@thedigimum]

Oh my goodness congratulations!! I'd love to be in your position one dayyy

[@alit3407]

Sure

[@blackhoodiefitness5862]

Burger King hires pretty fast then lol 😆 kidding

[@mbank3832]

did you get the job ?

[@joaocastro924]

As a graduate coming into the job market, I can't express how helpful these tips are! Time to fix my stupid resume and CV

[@JeffSu]

You're very welcome João! 😁

[@jahualhaq9853]

I have some questions: 1. I’ve been rejected from about 50 interviews. (In the last one they found the excuse that I could have given more examples. There must have been 20 to 30 perfectly given interviews with no feedback at all. The feedback I got from a lot of them is that they went for another candidate). 2. Before the pandemic it only took around 4 interviews to secure a new role 3. I went to a top business school and have half a decade of experience working for blue chip companies 4. *I’ve been given the advice by some corporate operatives that I could still somehow secure a role at a top company even if I’ve been unemployed for half a dozen years* *Is it discrimination? Is it bias because there is money involved? I would just like to know what is going on as I’m being forced to retire early abroad/take a career break in the summer*..

[@MiguelRodriguezGarcia]

Top ten soft skills from first google result: #1. Time Management #2. Communication #3. Adaptability #4. Problem-solving #5. Teamwork #6. Creativity #7. Leadership #8. Interpersonal Skills #9. Work Ethic #10. Attention to Detail

[@JeffSu]

Thanks for sharing this with everyone else Miguel! 😁

[@JeffSu]

@@bamm86 You have to show impact. How did you problem solve? How many hours did you save through your time management techniques?

[@yaboiavery5986]

literally alot of the "buzzwords" he listed off, not tryna be negative, just honest.

[@yonder07]

Aren't these buzzwords he talked about tho?

[@JeffSu]

@@yonder07 These are all buzzwords...until you add quantifiable metrics to them :)

[@KimJPI]

Jeff, I have a 46-year work history, haven't had to update my resume in over 20 years, and I'm so glad I found your videos. Yours was the first I watched, by the way, saving me a lot of wasted time listening to people who aren't as interesting to listen to. Thanks for the great pointers and for giving me ideas on how I can improve my resume. Wanted to remind you that you're helping not just folks in your own age bracket and younger, but also us old-timers. Cheers!

[@JeffSu]

Woohooo thanks for the kind words!

[@EvanRobert]

This is easily the best video on writing a resume. Actual, practical, data-driven suggestions and reasoning. So good! Thanks Jeff

[@KM-00]

Currently reforming my resume, and this is the best tip I've seen so far. Well summarized, easy to listen to and the evidence is clear! Fingers crossed I can adapt these well. Thanks, Jeff!

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it K M, thank you very much 😁😁

[@nniikkoollaa7]

Would you like to do CV building one on one with myself?

[@dailyrolling]

Did it work KM-00? Did you land the job with these tips?

[@ChrisWard64658]

I was wondering too. @@dailyrolling

[@Indeed]

Great information!

[@JeffSu]

Thank you Indeed.com! 😁

[@francisco-id9zg]

@@JeffSu damn thats a big flex

[@Diana-zl3ue]

@@francisco-id9zg lmao!

[@mauriciozambrano1368]

@Dennis Oliveira i got my first job through indeed. Dont disencourage people

[@evilmorty1197]

@Dennis Oliveira whats better for coders?

[@Merrybandoruffians]

If you're in a field or in a position where you don't have access to business metrics, you're just at a point where you're encouraged to make up numbers in order to even get your resume seen. The job market is literally in a race to the bottom. Love that for us.

[@JeffSu]

It's a good point. I kind of agree with you there but I have to say literally any job can have real metrics. I give an example where I was just fetching coffee for 2 months in my "5 resume mistakes video" so feel free to reference my exact wording there

[@AshantisJ]

This is one, if not the best resume videos I’ve ever seen for people who have mastered the basics and need to take it a step farther. Especially as someone with ADHD, the data driven advice was so easy for me to comprehend!

[@JeffSu]

Thanks so much for the comment Ashantis! Glad you found this to be relevant for a more "intermediate/advanced" crowd!

[@lisagartner1238]

@@JeffSu What is that supposed to mean

[@daviddaquiritv2431]

THANK YOU! For not hiding your 5 Key Learnings and putting them right up front. I've watched this video multiple times to the end and in parts because I released from the beginning it wasn't going to be a waste of time.

[@JeffSu]

Hahaha you're very welcome! I try to be mindful of my viewers' time as much as possible!

[@zoldycksilva3480]

Greetings, Jeff. I'm not sure if you will still see this, but I wanted to express my gratitude for helping someone like me improve my CV and emphasize key points like X, Y, and Z. Thank you very much!

[@JeffSu]

Wow so happy to hear this, thank you!!! 😁

[@colorfulbrazilian]

I really love your videos! You go straight to the point, do not force nobody to subscribe or like it (But we do it anyways because the content and quality are awesome), very informational, the way that you explain is didactic, you post the video highlights on your description what facilitates a lot for us to move straight to the point that we want to. Excellent work!!

[@JeffSu]

It's because I value my viewers' time!! Thank you Denise 😁

[@MSJG37]

I love how this guy is talking about sounding professional on paper while sounding so professional and enthusiastic while talking, talking about graphs and metrics while showing graphs and metrics. This man became the embodiment of what he teaches to people. Great video, ill definitely be coming back here and using all the sources on this video when I write my CV/Resume.

[@JeffSu]

Woohooo thank you 😁

[@Leo_Lopez]

Jeff, applied the tips you provided both in this video and across multiple of your playlists regarding landing job interviews and today was my first day in exactly the type of position with exactly the type of company I was looking for. Commenting on this old video just to say thank you so much, I literally would not have been able to do it without you and your videos.

[@JeffSu]

Congrats!!!! Which field are you in now?

[@Leo_Lopez]

@@JeffSu I pivoted from Sales/Customer Service to now Marketing! Specifically I began an Entry-Level role at a Media Agency just to get my foot in the door and some much needed experience in Marketing. I’m excited to learn and for what’s ahead!

[@LolliGagMerch]

@@Leo_Lopezhow did you find that entry level role if you don’t mind me asking? How did you stumble upon it?

[@Leo_Lopez]

@@LolliGagMerch In my job search I went through Indeed, LinkedIn, etc. in order to find available positions, then went directly into the company’s website to verify if it was a company I resonated with. I’d say build up a list of potential companies within your industry and visit their Careers websites frequently and apply for any position you at least come close to qualifying for! Anything to get your foot in the door is better than nothing.

[@edenchan4124]

Hey Jeff! Just found out about your channel this morning, and it has been a gold mine of practical tips on cover letters and resumes. I used to be really intimidated by the idea of creating a resume and cover letter, and your channel has really distilled a lot of best practices into actionable steps. Keep up the great content!

[@JeffSu]

That's awesome, thanks for letting me know Eden! It can be pretty daunting at first (trust me we've all been there) but hopefully you find that these resources make it just a bit easier 😉

[@mariajames6558]

your old resume template is real helpful. It’s good even for today and the formatting is so perfect that it doesn’t act all crazy when I edit over it and that I LOVE

[@JeffSu]

That's what I LOVE to hear Maria! Glad to see my content is super practical for my viewers 😁

[@DanielUmstead]

Great info Jeff! As a Recruiter and been doing so for 10+ years, these tips go a long way and appreciate what you are doing for others, changing generations man💪

[@JeffSu]

That's the hope Daniel! And thank YOU for everything you do as a recruiter 😁

[@DanielUmstead]

@@JeffSu Greatly appreciated my friend......throwing my shot here as well, I do have a podcast/radio show would love to have you on as a guest, let me know if you are interested😁

[@itsgredslife9515]

What is your advice for resumes when wanting high paying jobs/roles?

[@LolliGagMerch]

@@DanielUmsteadyou are a recruiter?? What do you recruit for? I’m speaking to a young lady from Nigeria right now(I’m in the U.S.) I’m just trying really hard to help her find some work she can do remotely from Nigeria as she has been hunting for over a year if you have any advice? Her CV Is definitely on point too 💯 lots of skills!!

[@DanielUmstead]

@itsgredslife9515 Focus on the job qualifications/education and I would recommend calling the HR dept if they can provide further insight on how to achieve the qualifications to meet the salary requirements

[@Bluesnakes333]

This was presented with great details 👏 just want to point out 1 thing, if the company is small (let’s say, example of less than 20 employees) and wants to protect workplace culture: The employer/team is either gonna like you, vibe well with you, & feel you’re a “ good fit” or they won’t, based on your personality as well. Consider that along with all the great tips from this video

[@DanielUmstead]

I found that with my current dream job, whole company is less than 50 and everybody vibes so well, I highly recommend adding on a culture fit, so very needed!

[@newagain9964]

@@DanielUmstead”culture fit”. Is 90% of time veiled discrimination. Fine rejecting ppl if the biz makes outdoor products and the applicant shows no knowledge of or record of outdoor activities/gear.

[@emmanuelgage3644]

I saw this a month ago and applied everything you recommended. I have received several compliments about the way I did my resume. Thank you!!!

[@JeffSu]

Wooohoooo that's what I LOVE to hear Emmanuel 😁😁

[@Sam6721]

Great, but more importantly, did you get any interviews? Was your callback percentage higher?

[@emmanuelgage3644]

@@Sam6721 when i was on the job market, yes! I saw an uptick with interviews set. I also focused on using terminology that the hiring manager would know I did my research. Similar to the video . :)

[@Sam6721]

@@emmanuelgage3644 thank you. I'm on the job search now and it's demoralizing for sure

[@CB-rb2df]

After watching this video I immediately updated my resume to include the "right" keywords for the particular job I was applying for. It works! I have one interview lined up and am in contact with the hiring manager of another job. Thank you!

[@JeffSu]

That's awesome, congrats C B!

[@Karmer]

This is an incredible video and straight to the point! I find CV/Resumes and covering letters one of the hardest things to do, so thank you. You've got a subscriber 🙂

[@JeffSu]

Wooohoooo thank you my friend 😁

[@danitamartin2578]

Thanks Jeff, your talk on what to consider in a resume has been extremely helpful. I haven't updated my resume in 12 years and so after listening to your you tube talk about what makes a good resume, it has literally changed the way I write and think about what I am offering to match the job I'm looking at. Thank you for these very helpful tips.

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it Danita! Good luck with the update and let me know how it goes 😁

[@breakingpar715]

What do I do if I have nothing good to put on my resume.

[@zephrimgimble9209]

This video was immediately useful. The clear format, use of time, and supporting information in the text section were so good that I shared this video with friends.

[@JeffSu]

Woohooo I'm glad to hear it 😁

[@lolololo2965]

The hardest thing in life is getting your first job, I just hate it how everywhere they need experienced engineers. I mean how you can get experience if you can't get into industry in the first place?

[@nostalgicviewz007]

Re-read this. You know the answer.

[@TediumGenius]

Wow! I LOVE the information you've shared here! Using hard research data as a metric to measure the viability of your resume?! Believe it or not, this is the ONLY video I've seen in over three years that presented the results as you have. Thank you!

[@JeffSu]

Woohooooooo glad to hear it! Thank you 😁

[@royzhai]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:27 🌐 *Resumes with a linked LinkedIn profile have higher interview rates, but only 48% of resumes include one.* 01:25 📊 *Only 51% of important keywords and skills are included in resumes, with a significant under-indexing on soft skills.* 03:21 📈 *Measurable metrics in resumes improve outcomes, yet only 26% of resumes include five or more metrics.* 04:47 📏 *The ideal resume length is 475 to 600 words, but 77% of resumes fall outside this range.* 07:11 🚫 *Avoid buzzwords and cliches in resumes, as 51% of resumes include them, diminishing the resume's value.* Made with HARPA AI

[@AlbertoValero-v3y]

Man this video is exactly as the subject intends for our CVs, direct and straight to the point

[@JeffSu]

Thanks 😁

[@hazelpeng3303]

Especially the how to utilise metrics to show achievements part, brilliant, absolutely brilliant. Thanks for sharing Jeff, appreciate it alll time. And Happy Chinese Lunar New Year from Sydney haha 🌻

[@JeffSu]

Hi Hazel - Thanks for the comment 😁! You're very welcome. Happy Chinese Lunar New Year to you from Shanghai haha~

[@zoechen4921]

Hi, Jeff! I’m Zoe, a fresh graduate preparing for the application for a job at Google. Many thanks for your tips on the resume. They are well-organized, clearly stated, and presented with details. With your tips and the referral of a google employee, my resume was successfully spotted by the recruiter just one-day after I applied. I just want to comment and say how grateful I am. I'll continue to watch other videos of yours to learn how to pass the interview. Hopefully, I can be a Googler like you.

[@JeffSu]

Love this Zoe! Best of luck 😁

[@annamalai.b]

Since you are a fresh graduate I guess you won't be having much of an work experience. Could you please share what was the major think you focused on instead of an work experience and what kind of cv format you used

[@Jenny-z9o1e]

Thanks for actually summarizing the video at the beginning. So many of these damn how-to videos waste as much of your time as they can. I sat down and watched the whole thing because you put the relevant info close to the beginning.

[@JeffSu]

And I'll keep doing that for all my videos 😁

[@samotivationbysami]

Very to the point. For fresh graduates, would just add that if you don't have work experience, focus on your skillset, degree, language skills, relevant coursework and anything else you developed while at university. Basically, focus on all the things that you already have. Good employers just want to see that you have the attitude and foundational skillset to develop your skills further at their company, not work experience. Thanks for the video!

[@JeffSu]

100% Agreed!!!

[@manasdatta8037]

Jeff, I've probably heard some version of these truths in other sources, but you really bring these to life, my man! Thank you.

[@JeffSu]

Anytime Manas! My pleasure 😁

[@amaykharbanda]

Dude. This is a gem of a video. I found so many places to improve on my resume. Thanks a ton!! Extremely useful :))

[@JeffSu]

Hi Amay - thanks so much for the comment! Hope your new and improved resume helps you land more opportunities!

[@AnnaClaraa-gh1ox]

hello, how are you doing i can help you to update your resume to pass ATS software and land your dream job

[@sebastianpalacios7988]

Hello Jeff and to the Productive Community, I was just passing by to express my gratefulness with all of the summarized information you provide on your videos and the Tips as well! They've helped me a lot and already got some offers from international companies because of it. I hope you keep up the excellent work and guidance. Regards to all!

[@JeffSu]

No problem!

[@DaneKhem]

I wish I found this sooner, I can't believe this is FREE information

[@JeffSu]

Only the best + free content for my viewers 😁

[@lizgathu7098]

Hi Jeff, I happened to watch this video sometime in January this year as I wanted to revamp my resume which I had done several times in 2021 when I decided to make a career move. I have been applying to a particular company for three years straight and atleast once every month in 2021 and I have never been shortlisted. I incorporated all the tips in this video after following up on the links you shared and for the 1st time EVER I have been shortlisted for my dream job. I am back here for more tips on how to prepare for an interview.... I hope I get some. Thank you 🙏🏾.

[@JeffSu]

Wooohoooooo that's AMAZING to hear Liz! Best of luck!! 😁

[@toobakhan1704]

woahh...that is so amazing.. congratulations!! could you also share how networking went for you in terms of getting to be shortlisted etc?

[@atsuo62]

How amazing and easy to understand this movie is! I am living in Japan and was struggling to get appropriate knowledge about good resumes, but thanks to this, I got a job at GAFA! Thank you soooo much for your lecture!

[@JeffSu]

Woohoooo glad to hear it! Thank you and good luck!

[@JoseRap]

its not a movie dude, its a video.

[@TomPaarluck]

Thank you so much. I integrated this into my new resume and I was able to land an amazing new job. I was able to bring out the best of my skills and accomplishments through the resume and ended up getting the job I never thought I would have been able to.

[@JeffSu]

Woohooo!! Congrats Thomas 😁

[@taylaparaha8628]

THANK YOUU - i've been going nuts trying to understand all of this resume stuff and argh, it's overwhelming. But I actually paid attention long enough thanks to your clarity and energy. YAY

[@JeffSu]

Love to hear that Tayla!! Good luck 😁

[@andrea_dong]

Woah 🤯 Immediately after the LinkedIn profile one, I went to delete my profile link off my resume because my LinkeIn is still pretty bare 😂 Thanks for sharing and great video as always! Really interesting stuff!

[@JeffSu]

Hahaha that's a "good" result! An even better one is if you made a "comprehensive" profile in the next few weeks 😉. You're welcome Andrea, glad you enjoyed this one too!

[@andrea_dong]

@@JeffSu Was revisiting this video and saw my old comment. Just wanted to update you and say that my LinkedIn profile link is back on my resume now that I have some experience to beef it up haha 😆

[@JeffSu]

@@andrea_dong Nicee!!!! Going to check out your linkedin profile now haha

[@andrea_dong]

@@JeffSu On second thought, maybe it’s still a bit bare haha 😂 if you do happen to have any feedback after taking a look though, I’d greatly appreciate it!

[@JeffSu]

@@andrea_dong it looks awesome Andrea!!

[@sumanbist9071]

Fantastic & crisp pointers !! Great job presenting a content that is going to be very valuable to a lot of the viewers in need of such guidance

[@JeffSu]

Thanks my friend 😁

[@hey-hi-hello]

This was probably the best resume video I’ve seen and I’m confident these tips will help me step my resume game up from amateur to professional. Wish me luck on my hiring!!

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it Nina! Best of luck!! 😁

[@zardon_zane1630]

Thanks as always, It's been the 3rd time in 2 years that I have come to this video to restructure my Curriculum and it always works getting jobs in less than 2 weeks :D

[@JeffSu]

Wait but why are you switching jobs so much 😂

[@zardon_zane1630]

@@JeffSu Well, Let's say that I somehow end up on Jobs above my capacity, That has affected in good and bad ways, mostly good because I have won so many skills and perspective in a short time spam and my pay just increases every time I swap jobs (I win 3 times more money compared to 2 years ago) So I end up always getting better conditions and pay raise! Thank you, you really helped me a lot and to thousands of persons watching this video :'3

[@PiArtsStudio]

It’s incredible how much more CVs are becoming adaptable by SEO. Great advice probably more so then a workshop I have to attend next week for cv writing.

[@JeffSu]

Let me know how that compares to this video haha

[@RandomAzzPoztcard]

One of the most helpful, applicable resumed tips I've watched. Thank you!

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it B P!

[@jimjones89]

This is the best, most relevant and helpful resume video I've seen. Thank you for all the great tips.

[@JeffSu]

Woohooo that's what I love to hear Jim!! 😁

[@cerenkahraman6694]

I have been looking for tips for cover letters, cv's and LinkedIn profiles and never seen someone explaining this clear!! I am so happy to have encountered your videos 🙂

[@JeffSu]

Woohooo glad to hear it Ceren! Thanks for letting me know 😁

[@swiftyboy5796]

It's such a praise how he used data and facts 2 with such a simplified explanation

[@JeffSu]

Thanks 😁

[@افكاربرمجية]

A great effort was put in the making of this video. Thanks, Jeff.

[@JeffSu]

No problem!

[@masyizazali6391]

This is my first time on your channel and you know what? This is the best tips and channel related to résumé that I've come across so far! You really has put a lot of research and efforts into making this video. Thank you so much. I've subscribed and you deserve more subscribers! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@JeffSu]

Thank you Masyi!! Really appreciate your comment, thanks for making my day 😁

[@kaylahemana2287]

thank you so much!! This video has helped me clear my writer's block and continue writing my CV. I've just graduated with a Diploma in Web & Graphic design and I'm also applying for entry-level positions so I am interested to watch the magic happen. I will update you when I get the job :)

[@JeffSu]

Awesome, glad to hear it Kayla! Let me know how it goes :)

[@artzytoastvt]

Update?

[@ianlest]

Update?

[@ginarodriguez4369]

WOW! This was so extremely informative and helpful! I just found your page and just subscribed! Thanks for the work you do - we need your hellllllpppppp!! :)

[@JeffSu]

Thanks Gina 😁, hope you enjoy the other videos too!

[@s6r231]

Thanks so much for all your tips! I applied for a new job and got an interview even though I thought it was a long shot!

[@JeffSu]

WOOHOO CONGRATS!!!

[@jamesmanchester3822]

I LITERALLY was about to click off of the video to go to The Muse, thinking I'd be better off finding data-driven content on their site....and then you opened with data. Awesome content.

[@JeffSu]

Glad you stayed for the extra few seconds 😂

[@MaxLechthaler]

@JeffSu: The most people say that resumes should not be longer than one page. Is it even possible to reach 500-600 words in one page without reducing the quality of your resume by making the writing too small or omitting the structure? I estimate that even your own resume in 0:35 has a maximum of around 400 words.

[@achieving.excellence]

Great tips Jeff. Just to add to your point of measurable metrics - there is a rule followed in the hiring world called the STAR approach (i.e. how you should structure your bullet points) ... Situation, Task, Action, Result. In one paragraph describe the situation, the task that is required in the situation, the action you took and the result (measurable) that you attained. It works like a charm :)

[@JeffSu]

Thanks for the input! 😁

[@mikey7267]

The STAR approach is for the interview because on a resume, a paragraph per job would take up too much space.

[@achieving.excellence]

@@mikey7267 Indeed, the STAR approach is suited for the interview, however, it doesn't require a paragraph. I have successfully used it in bullet points that are two lines max in resumes. The important thing is using the elements to give a comprehensive display of one's experience.

[@mikey7267]

@@achieving.excellence if you used the STAR approach in a bullet point format, then I agree with your points (no pun intended) lol.

[@achieving.excellence]

@@mikey7267 LOL 😄

[@_toriwebster3866]

This video is incredible Jeff! Thanks so much for your short, juicy, and digestible content. Implementing now 🤓

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it Tori! Let me know how it goes 😁

[@ResumeTemplates934]

Thank you Jeff! One of the best explained videos!

[@JeffSu]

You're very welcome 😁

[@JoshuaSong-th3wr]

Really straight forward and to the point! Thanks for the efficient information Jeff!

[@JeffSu]

No problem Joshua, you're welcome 😁

[@clew8]

this was so incredibly helpful. i am a newly grad from a fairly good school & at first i expected it to kind of carry me -which isn’t responsible lol this motivated me to dive deeper into taking job hunting into my own hands

[@JeffSu]

I LOVE to hear that Ethan! Best of luck!

[@MaxwellVanDutch]

This is one of the best resume videos that I've ever seen. Super helpful.

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it 😁

[@melanyyakimova1391]

Thank you for your tips, Jeff! I find them super informative and easy to understand! I am on my way to updating my resume (most familiar as a CV here in Europe), and I am definitely using your advice! Wish you a great year!

[@JeffSu]

Best of luck! Let me know how it goes 😁

[@livialone3199]

Jeff, I subscribed to you after watching your “incredible” cover letter video. You have finally made one for a resume, and this was worth the wait. Thx you!!!!

[@lorenzolunadei4053]

Same!

[@JeffSu]

Wow thanks Livia, now that you have a "double threat" I hope it helps with the job search!

[@JeffSu]

Great minds think alike I guess 😉

[@kylestamina7233]

What happened to the cover letter video anyway?

[@JeffSu]

@@kylestamina7233 I'm coming up with an updated (2021) one and didn't want to confuse my viewers!

[@ellegrrace]

Thank you for this video. As a young adult no one teaches you how to create an exceptional CV. Time to work on my CV. I would like it you to take a look at my CV. Thank you for your advice!

[@JeffSu]

Best of luck!

[@meltra2812]

This was by far one of the most helpful videos I ever watched. THANK YOU so much! Wish you all the best and good luck with all your future endeavours!

[@JeffSu]

Woohoo thanks so much for the kind words, you're very welcome 😁

[@rowneynamukhura6743]

Hello Jeff Su, thank you for this amazing video. Just know that your content is still helping many like me worldwide. Thanks, love from Uganda.

[@JeffSu]

No problem 😁

[@ladypenelope7789]

Amazing invaluable tips, followed your advice and changed up my CV and got 4 yes 4 interviews in a week 🙌🏼 I'm sharing the video with everyone that needs to hear it.

[@JeffSu]

That's awesome to hear, CONGRATS! Best of luck with the interviews :)

[@Sol_Deamor]

Hi there, this is amazing information. I lost my job last year due to the pandemic so I took advantage of the time and completed my undergrad education in May this year. I am now hunting the best ways to learn how of sync my previous job experiences with the marketing degree. Your video has been a great roadmap in making the transition more feasible. Thank you

[@JeffSu]

That's awesome to hear Sol, best of luck and please let me know how it goes 😁

[@DrPekulier]

This is crazy how almost no-one in my life thus far has sat me down and gone through this shit. Feel cheated.

[@JeffSu]

Hahaha well now someone has 😁

[@vi5133]

@@mitch6160 Name 10 entrance level jobs that don’t require a resume to be hired… Of course it’s needed. They should teach you how to do it in school, but most schools brush over it

[@carawells3658]

@@vi5133 I’m working my second job rn and have gotten this far without a resume.

[@theotherlindsayrickman]

I loved the animated drifting bullet point background at 5:21 🤪 This stuff is so outside my realm, thank you for being a translator. 🤙

[@JeffSu]

No problem! 😁

[@adto9010]

Hey Jeff, thank you for summarizing the findings. I am puzzled by the "Word Length"-tip though. First of all doesnt that graph at 6:09 indicate that the highest interview rate is in the range from like 580 to 650, where the interview rate is around 10%? At the recommended 475 words the interview rate is just around 5%. Anyways, dont you think that this whole thing is a classical "fundamental attribution error"? You hint at it yourself at around 6:30, by mentioning that people with more experience TEND to have more to report on their resumes, i.e., have longer resumes. So "more experience -> longer resume" and I think we can agree that in general "more experience -> higher interview rate". That does NOT mean though that the longer resume CAUSES the higher interview rate instead I think they just correlate because both occur when the person has more experience. But they dont cause eachother. Of course at some point when you make your resume too long, then you are wasting the interviewers time leading to falling interview rates. I am interested to hear your opinion about it.

[@JeffSu]

I see where you're coming from my friend! I think first of all, it's probably not best to get bogged down into the stats when it comes to writing resumes. At the end of the day, the most important thing is for you to convey your value to the company in a quantifiable way. In regards to the data, I would have to refer to Austin's original article and see how he analyzed the data. Like you said, it could be just simple correlation! But I admire Austin for coming up with something more concrete instead of just "hey this is my opinion and you should listen to it"

[@justjon4752]

Thanks for the tips, Jeff. If it's no trouble, was wondering if I could ask a few questions. I was a nurse that switched and finished a Computer Systems Technician course just a week ago. 1. Since my work experience is not related to the current jobs I'm applying for, should I do the headings as: skills, education, then job experience? 2. I hear all the time that I have to quantify results on the job experience portion, but I have a hard time relating that to nursing. How would you quantify helping a patient when it is a team effort? 3. I saw a resume guide that added a small blurb at the very top of how a person may be a great fit for the role, but would that not be redundant information from your cover letter? Not sure how people do it, but applying to jobs feels like a very subjective process. I'll read that you can add colours on one guide to stand out, just to read another guide that condemns it for being distracting. Thanks for your time.

[@phoenixamaranth]

I have worked in IT for nearly 20 years and have been a manager at various levels for the last 10. If you're transitioning to IT, definitely put your skills near the top to showcase them. If you have any certifications or specific IT training you've received, list them at the bottom, but mention them in a summary at the top of your resume that gives a brief highlight of who you are and your abilities. A summary and skills section will be the first things an employer sees and your best chance to catch their attention. Beginner level IT positions are very customer service heavy jobs and so is nursing. Highlight those transferable soft skills you've had to use and working in a team is also valued as IT is rarely a solo endeavor. As for colors, 40% of people's favorite color is blue. A few splashes of blue for titles or section headers can give your resume a pleasing structure/appearance that's easier to read as well but other colors tend to be distracting. Hope that helps!

[@JoseRap]

Actually is a subjective experience. and if you forget the formalities you realise all we are trying to do is communicate our work history, and suitability for the job to another human being. granted they use Resume scanners for keywords and such, but you can take those into account for example have a 'skills and competencies' section and this would be a good place to keyword dump. the colour thing is true, it is very subjective. All you need to do is ask yourself, If i had a big day at work and was reading through 40 shortlisted resumes on a Thursday afternoon, would my resume be easy to read? you got to make it easy to read!

[@davidleite5612]

"my name is Jeff"

[@JeffSu]

Love the reference!

[@ShowingYouOnline]

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[@davidleite5612]

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[@vishnuarora9255]

@@JeffSu comeon jeff you can do it!

[@rylanwill6969]

For some reason i could hear it in the dudes voice lol

[@HaddieTheHost]

Your content is so spot on. Thank you for your energy, insight and data geekiness. It has been tremendously invaluable.

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it Haddie! 😁

[@Belfran]

Thanks!

[@JeffSu]

Thanks so much Belfran!!! 😁

[@georgeford6506]

I'm using this video coupled with the cover letter video to land a job at fidelity!! I'm stoked. I'll update as I go.

[@JeffSu]

Best of luck George!! 😁

[@georgeford6506]

@@JeffSu Thanks Jeff. I'm stoked to use your advice and greatly appreciate it. Once I land the gig I'm definitely joining and purchasing a few subs at that !! Thanks brother

[@lmw888]

Banger keep up the good work

[@JeffSu]

Thank you my friend 😁

[@AngelsCiti]

Thank you so much for the videos you put out there! They have helped me so much and I am really grateful. Keep doing your thing and helping others❤🙏🏽

[@JeffSu]

With awesome viewers like you around Angel, I will for sure 😁

[@J.Hill49]

Resumes are the bane of my existence. I’m trying to redo mine because I haven’t touched it in probably a couple years. But nothing about sales or marketing or projects have anything to do with the jobs I’ve worked 😭 Trying to translate to make it work for me is so frustrating.

[@JeffSu]

I feel you my friend! Although I don't know your previous experiences I would highlight transferable skills. Good luck! 😁

[@iwan2443]

The video is one that will change your life. HUGE THANKS, JEFF!

[@JeffSu]

You're very welcome my friend!! 😁

[@GeorgeKiarie-km7ov]

I love the attention to figures and the professionalism of the video. Great work and super helpful.🤗

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it! 😁

[@sulochanasandaruwan763]

Hi Jeff Su, Appreciate the effort you put into research on resumes and share it with others. This video is really helpful.

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it my friend 😁

[@ClaytonBridges]

Cool. I hope this helps. had to redo my resume because it was trash

[@JeffSu]

Best of luck!! Let me know how it goes!

[@alejrandom6592]

Value starts at 1:08

[@JeffSu]

Thanks for helping out other viewers!

[@safraneloq8524]

Jeff, I'll bet on you. I'm looking for a job right now, so I'll implement all your tips into my job search strategy and let's look what happens. Because you know, you sound logical and compelling and so on. Have a nice one.

[@JeffSu]

So much pressure 😅, but best of luck!!

[@sandilem5944]

Honestly I've watched a lot of videos and read many resources about CV writing and this is the first video that i've watched that didn't point out something I already knew. So I hope I'll get a callback after following these tips.

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it Sandile! Best of luck 😁

[@stellamuiruri7]

My biggest frustration is the summary and education history. I’m a recent university drop out and in a limbo about future careers, but I have an interest in sectors that don’t coincide with my degree. How do I tailor my summary and also account for leaving university early? Loved the video!!

[@johnspence8141]

MOST people go into jobs that have nothing to do with their education, other than maybe very specific stems educations. If you look at peoples careers versus what they studied, its not even close. As for leaving early, I'm not sure it will pop up unless you point it out. And if so, you can phrase it as "I left University to pursue career interests, with the intent to return at a later date." Not sure if that helps

[@ElusivEnigma]

@@johnspence8141 it helps

[@cpt.awesome7281]

Certain jobs will often just look for some kind of college degree/credits. My neighbor in Homeland Security had a dispatch position offered to and accepted by a woman with a bachelor's in _zoology._ She had no other experience in the field. It's not the rule but it's not exactly a fluke either. Just let them know what education you do have and follow John's advice. Best of luck!

[@Echolyris212]

How did your search go?! :)

[@JoseRap]

Try tailoring this for the job you're applying for. For some jobs you might need to highlight some areas, for other jobs other areas. What you should be trying to do is to match up your experience and skills to what they say they need on the job ad. Any further explanation can be made in the interview stage.

[@sushantghorpade7738]

Really found it insightful. It would be nice if there was a video on cover letters too : )

[@JeffSu]

There will be one soon!

[@user-rq4rt3ti8l]

Dude, you’re awesome. Thanks for this. I’ve been applying your actionable content, and getting good results on my informational interviewing. I’ve had a few great conversations with alumni, and it’s been great for my perspective on my career options. Hoping to turn some of those conversations into meaningful connections.

[@JeffSu]

Oh man, you're even starting to say "actionable content" I don't know whether I should feel happy or scared 😉. In all seriousness, congrats! That is AMAZING to hear. It's a great start, and make sure you build upon those connections, meet more people, and always express your gratitude to the alumni who were able to help you!

[@SHADOMEGA7569]

Y'know Jeff i was about to write a comment critiquing the must for a linkedIn profile but after hearing the rest of it I actually get it. All my previous Resumes were just effortlessly thrown together, and with these tips im going to handcraft a resume that'll be worthy of looking at.

[@JeffSu]

Wow what a thoughtful comment, thanks 😁😁

[@jamshedkasim]

You absolutely nailed it, Jeff! Thanks for the video, very informative. Love your positive vibes, man :)

[@JeffSu]

Thank you my friend 😁

[@MA56AS]

This is what I really need, thank you, Jeff!

[@JeffSu]

You're extremely welcome Gema, glad you found this helpful!

[@amabsl5247]

Still confused with keywords. You cannot pass ATS unless you’re almost copying the whole job description.

[@andreea34]

I don't think you should be copying the job description, but I do agree that you have to match the "buzzwords" used in the posting. I don't think there is an easy way to remove buzzwords completely, especially if you're applying for specialized roles.

[@anaherrera3673]

Amazing!Great at explaining and showing and the advice is on point!:))

[@JeffSu]

Thank you Ana!! Glad to hear it!

[@ExtraTrstl]

I wasn't expecting this to be as helpful as it was - thank you!

[@JeffSu]

No problem 😁

[@SJackson123]

I followed your advice to a T, and so far I’ve had 5/7 jobs reach out to me that I applied for! Thank you!!

[@JeffSu]

WOW CONGRATS!!!!!

[@SJackson123]

@@JeffSu thank you!! It’s now 6 jobs! I appreciate the advice