Project Manager Resume: How to Get Noticed (And Invited for an Interview)

If you've applied to tons of Project Manager jobs and are getting little to no response, this video will tell you why. In this video I'll cover:
- The biggest mistake PM's make with their resumes - and it's the reason your phone isn't ringing
- 8 tips to writing a resume that get's noticed
- 8 steps you can follow right now to craft a resume that will get you interviews
Click here to get your resume writing checklist: bit.ly/2MxM8fs
UPDATE: The Masterclass has been closed. But you will find all of the same material in the "Creating Project Plans People Actually Follow" course.
Check out my training and templates, here: bit.ly/37hOyqm

[@PMPerspective]

Sorry it took two weeks to get this video out! I've been sick and down for the count for the past two weeks. I hope you find this one useful.

[@seanodunbanjo4776]

Fantastic well thought topic, but the problem is i can not download any of the CV step by step guide you mention above.. can you send me a link or directly to my email address?.. Thanks in advance

[@atanaskostadinov2436]

Thank you very much for the great post and the tips - well appreciated. I do have a problem downloading the checklist too.

[@JorgeBarnet]

Your time expend in creating this video was well worth it. The messages that come across from it has been carriers of a deeper reach perhaps by the way they were contextualized in the right perspective. 5 Stars and 2 thumbs up

[@bensherman1977]

Hi Jason, your videos are fantastic. The content is some of the best of KZbin. Please continue this series if you can - you must have so much more wisdom to offer us budding PMs! Also - how you getting on with your online course? I would be very keen to sign up to this. All the best, Ben

[@LuzMartinez-ch3ju]

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[@Bee37351]

This is the most valuable job search video that I’ve ever watched - thank you so much

[@sharondeol2130]

This video is gold!! Thank you so much for going over what to do/don't do on a resume. This definitely provided me with a better understanding on how hiring managers may view my resume and what i should add/change in order to stand out. Also liked how you touched on the importance of talking about lessons learned. I have definitely been guilty of listing responsibilities!

[@BlessingOluloto]

Dear Jason, I want to send you a deep word of thanks. Lately I've been feeling very lost and confused about job searching as I am an immigrant from West Africa to the GTA. I am interested in Project Management in the Higher-Education/International Development industry. I started the google PM certificate, I am to finish this summer. I used to mass send my resume to any and all companies with the hopes for a call. It didn't work. I read today that when we face a challenge we must take a step back and see if our challenges can be resolved in another way because all things are figure-out-able, and your video is the explainer I needed. Thank you. You've gained a new subscriber, and your course is in cart as well! Thank you for pushing out such good content. God bless you!

[@JakeSebok]

I'm loving these videos! I truly wish I had found them before the Masterclass Deadline. Keep the material coming, though. It's truly appreciated.

[@leastoftheapostolicfaith4407]

This video was time well spent indeed! I shared it to a non-PM job searcher because it reminded me of the many lessons from my Resume work shops of customizing every resume and selling yourself in the first half of your resume. What was new to me was the Cover letter is to be in 1st person and about 2 paragraphs long. I also appreciated the suggestion of having passion written in the summary at the top versus cold facts. Thank you!

[@madawia164]

the only person I've been interested in PM perspective for a long time its very effective hope you continue to publish more videos wish all the best thank you

[@rebelicousshae3267]

This video really helped me feel more confident with my resume. Before I tried to put myself in the hiring managers position, but not in the way you opened my mind to. Thank you so much!

[@rvn3656]

Thank you Jason. I have been working on the exact same things after talking to people I networked. This video is awesome, giving the whole process around hiring. Very important tips and explanation why you need to do so are valuable.

[@thehippyheartsdiary]

You're so very correct about your observations and thanks for putting it together out here for the professionals. I started with ad type #1 about 5 years back till I started wording and highlighting appropriately for the hiring mgr. Took me over several iterations back then to finally have the one that clicked. Helped me move over 3-4 levels up in these yrs...thanks to a similar approach. At one stage, I recollect literally carpet bombing over 4-500 applications in about 6-8 months till my boss/friend suggested a particular keyword and within weeks of had senior roles coming right away...and within next 6 wks I had the best job of my career so far. One key note you mentioned about customizing the CV for specific job types is so critical. Thanks a bunch!! 👍

[@MichaelAlexander1967]

Great advice. From this video, I've learned that sharing what I've learned from previous employment along with the challenges I faced in those roles are vital pieces of information for the hiring manager to determine my fit for their team.

[@KethyllenPimentel-vi3ub]

Oh, my! I've just finished marathoning this amazing video series! I'm from Brazil and I'm thankful for having found you! Your insights are GOLD! Thank you so much for sharing them with us all :)

[@alexanderfernandez9469]

Thank you Jason, this video was full of useful information. I will put those advise in practice for sure!

[@loudysgarcia9904]

Thank you Jason, i will have an Interview this week, I am from Dominican Republic and this will be my first interview as a Project M. for a desing Companie, I am an Architect and you have help me a lot with your videos.

[@TheAngelina79]

Thank you - very helpful in seeing the hiring manager's perspective as well as a good reminder (for those who already do) and good points on what to do or not do! The video itself could be shortened quite a bit - I was interested in viewing it but had to find the right time to have a free hour to pay attention to what was said.

[@TomTomTuning]

This is seriously a gold mind of a video. Tons of super valuable information that couldn't have come at a better time. I'm currently in the process of revamping my resume, so the info here along with the checklist will be incredibly handy. The information about the cover letter and summary was great. I have always been on the fence about whether or not to include it. Also, the suggestions about not including dates due to agism was insightful. I'm no longer a young 20 year old, so this hit home with me. Granted I'm only 32, but I think it's important for even someone my age. Especially during a career change. Thanks again, Jason!

[@PMPerspective]

Hey Tom! Thank you so much for the comment. I'm so excited to see that you found this video helpful. I debated whether or not to include the ageism thing. ...but, I've seen so many of my peers impacted by this lately so I want to protect my audience. At the end of the day, why would it matter when you received your degree? ...and, truthfully, 10 to 15 years of experience should be enough to convince anyone that you're qualified for the job.

[@brunabcloss9469]

This is all I needed to hear! Thank you so much for this fantastic material.

[@mariazippy233]

I’m a newbie to the whole employment world, I completed my studies a year ago, I only had 8 months of experience in an account representative role with a project coordination/management job function. With the pandemic going on I’m struggling to look for a job, I sent in applications, did what I shouldn’t have done based on this video, and a lot of employers ignored me or I didn’t have the chance to sell my skill set well. This is very very helpful to me. I now have a clear understanding of what I should do and what I should not incorporate in my resume. Because I was too pressured into finding a job quickly I completely ignored all the right things, didn’t take a step back to spend time curating my resume, I wasn’t prepared and I carpet bombed employers which was terrible. I’m very thankful that I found this after taking a step back and learn from my mistakes. Great content!

[@TheUnknown_unknown]

This is brilliant! The best video I’ve watched on cv writing. So helpful! Liked & subscribed! I was just struggling with writers block to refresh mine and after seeing this it has reframed my approach.

[@bellashanti2295]

Hi Jason, thank you for uploading this video, I find it very useful

[@pinethuko7491]

Thank you very much for sharing such a great advice. It is really useful for my preparation.

[@megbo4194]

Simply why my friend got a job and he said those on the job literally knows nothing. Daft of the theories and principles of the field just because they marketed a false representation on their CV. It's not a marketing job. Just ashamed of hiring managers and the job market today, period. Very informative anyway and deserves a double like. I would give royalty for 2 years if you can rewrite my CV that gets me a job

[@rahelehghasabzadeh9844]

This lecture is priceless. I don’t know how to appreciate you. I’m going to do my homework now and will let you know if I could get my dream job. Thanks

[@melvinrockwood6448]

Hello Jason, I was just watching your video about breaking in to the PM field. I like your plan B. It seems that it would be good to get into a large company and to get mentored by those already experienced in the field and avoid the many mistakes of trying to make your way alone without a mentor. I liked your video. It was helpful to me as well as the other videos I watched of yours. I watched the one about is PM for you. It helped me to determine that I have the traits for a successful PM. Also the video about focus on outcomes rather than tools and processes was also helpful. I missed the deadline for the pilot course but would like to learn how to take it.

[@theanonymoustrap1079]

Thanks for the Video, I definitely expanded my perception and views to amend my resume

[@jamesiopu8624]

Awesome video: thanks so much for sharing your knowledge & wisdom :))

[@elyserabb8098]

Great content. Outlined pertinent detailed information to eliminate unnecessary information and to help highlight relevant information.

[@sridhargavini9606]

Very Useful information. Thank you so much!

[@ifiruledtheword]

Thank you for all of the gems in this video!!!

[@RRlifer85]

I wish I had watched this video before my interview! I would’ve taken a different approach with the hiring manager. I appreciate your videos they have helped tremendously with my resume and getting call backs for interviews!

[@elebea868]

Loving your videos.

[@dennyadrian3787]

This is an eye opener. Thank you.

[@garyfloren2791]

Great information for the beginner or intermediate focus...

[@garyfloren2791]

Time well spent ..... absolutely.... Thanks

[@tatepasi9519]

Thank you for this valuable information.

[@2kresumes413]

These are all great points.

[@Gina7429]

So helpful…..solid gold👍🏽👍🏽

[@darekdarecki1234]

Nice. good info and good advice. Thanks

[@professorfoxtrot]

I have chosen a different approach. I once tried to craft the "perfect" resume and the "perfect" personalized cover letter just to be ignored. I never took it personally because as you say, hiring managers don't have time. That's when I learned how to spam more effectively.

[@gheithbarrak6944]

Comprehensive, precise and clear! The most valuable video ever watched. Thanks for sharing great tips!

[@amauryperalta4364]

This info is gold!

[@danielmontalvo5034]

Watched the entire video. Great information! Liked and Sub’d 👌

[@garyfloren2791]

Very good presentation ... and I do not put the any of the lessons learned in the way you have expressed..... impressive

[@unggrabb]

Excellent. Thank you

[@bigdudeoncampus]

I definitely just sent a bland Resumè that you talk about. Thanks for info.

[@clairechoi2159]

Im working as a PM in phone camera industry in Asia and i have watched all of your videos except this resume one. My goal this year 2019 is to grow my career since its been quite a plateau for last 2 years! I feel too bad this is gonna be the last video i have left with :-( seriously~! Even though i have been working as a pm for like 4-5 yrs so far, i was not able to have this much useful and motivating talks. Thank you so much for all of your videos! Appreciate it.

[@noel3675]

Were you able to get a job utilizing his tips?

[@gauriatharv]

Thanks for such informative video. This is the best to the point video I have ever seen. I have one query regarding getting back to work force after a long gap. how to justify that gap and how hiring managers reacts to that gap.

[@deepaksoundappan3244]

Good resume stuff Good job

[@kfossi1986]

Oh my goodness.... excellent video...

[@patricklim5843]

Good video . Thanks

[@JP_AZ]

SOLID video!!

[@garyfloren2791]

Thanks for your video

[@garyfloren2791]

Very good information as we are told 2 page resume.

[@lisaflagg679]

This was a very helpful video. For me, a few light bulbs have gone off - thank you!

[@garyfloren2791]

Will do if the interview does come through.

[@joshTjensen]

@PM Perspective Thanks for the info! I tried to download the checklist, but wasn't able to. Any tips? I got a confirmation email, but then no checklist. I'd also love to see you working through a specific example on how to do this!

[@philiparmstrong3247]

I have never seen exhaustive useful information for Project Managers. Really great effort put. But would this presentation for 47+ minutes did you do any rehearsal or was it straight recorded? Post tips on how to record a good video like yours from tools. used, hardware, etc. Cheers!

[@kiddvs9696]

I actually am a Autocad drafter/designer with a degree. I recently got hired as a Project Manager!!! I take my position very serious

[@sth466]

good info. Thanks

[@PMPerspective]

Glad it was helpful!

[@atenciop123y]

I clicked on the link to the the checklist and completed the online form but did not get the checklist. The video was very informative. Thanks.

[@joanjiang3257]

yes, sometimes. feel either way. some times I felt stretched. sometimes I felt under wrote when I compare people has less skills than me and get more pay

[@idmovies]

Jason, thank you for this information. Will you open the masterclass pilot again at some point? Also, I am getting a Norton Symantec web attack notification from Azle's link below. Not sure what this is about, but please be aware.

[@dariad8198]

Hey what happened with this guy? Last video posted 1 year ago! I really like his content!!!!

[@tooljockey2777]

i dont know, I wanted that pilot to launch

[@briancole6550]

Definitely. Was wondering the same thing.

[@nick55ification]

I am certainly guilty of this and hope to change. I thank you so much

[@nnekagill8002]

Please provide information on when your online course will become available

[@narenennar]

Hi Jason, I am thankful for the content posted and i have got to know what i have missed tilldate. Unfortunately i am unable to download any template as per your video guide, even after following the suggested steps. Pls do the needful and help provide me a template to move further. Thank you.

[@garyfloren2791]

a good Idea on the 24 hour turn around.... Every time \i have sent something through I wished I had held off as I end up changing and sending a later change through which I know was ther reason for no response to the resume

[@martinjarvis9687]

Hi Jason, many thanks for the tips. I will start writing my resumes as job specific in future. I was also interested in what you said about ageism. I am 48 now and have been a Construction Project Manager for the last 8 years. So far I have not experienced this, but it is something that I am aware of and concerns me for the future. I was always told that experience is king and if you have years of work experience then you become an asset.

[@2_Bike_is_Life]

Age-ism is more common for field-entry jobs. They rather hire someone with young eagerness for cheap, then someone with life experience who knows what slavery is, or is entering their 4th or 5th "career".

[@seshadrirangaswamy9852]

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[@see5840]

Thank you! Actually, I'm still working on my resume; However, I have tge one that I completed and sent to the job market. But still I need to work on it!

[@PMPerspective]

Hi See, you're very welcome. Remember to tailor your resume to the specific job you're applying for and you'll be happy with the results. Job hunting can be a tough and draining experience but keep going, and you'll eventually find the job that's right for you.

[@nikolaiminin3082]

Very inspirational! A lot of crucial information! But couldn't download checklist. No link in confirmation letter.

[@oceanbrzzz]

Same here

[@garyfloren2791]

Just as you mentioned the resume is a list of my. The problem is if you are in need of a job you carpet the job market. I have not been successful bur I am with an agency that says exactly as you mention.

[@garyfloren2791]

Good comment on education timing (time stamp)

[@kathrynhanson5412]

I plan to remove my education dates. I am looking for a position and will use the checklist.

[@TheGauravrajminhas]

Hello Jason, this was really helpful. However, to make this even more effective, could talk about a real-life PM job posting and a sample resume to show how and what to include. That will be soo very helpful. But otherwise a big thumbs-up to your video. Great content, thank you

[@poppiiiii]

one alternative is to use Lnkedin, type Product manager in bar tool, select the industry and see how people present their experience.

[@forexrodd2204]

Would you recommend an certain format of resume?

[@CallawayLax14]

I can not view the checklist online at PM Perspective. Is the website down? I already signed up with my e mail.

[@cathygoyonelinsangan]

Uhm...yeah, I've always done that *sigh* guilty, I need to get better to prepare for my search as a Project Manager.

[@kinggamingfire2141]

I have got one point that is, Be focused on the target.

[@jackieraabis762]

Question about the references on a resume... what if the reference you have is a BIG time person (think VP or other executive) in that company and it will really make you stand out? But otherwise you are just like everyone else?

[@rilwvn]

Yeah i am guilty of writing resumes like ad #1, and that is because i try to match keywords with Job description

[@JoeDWhiteTalks]

I was guilty of writing personal responsibilities. I have rewritten my resume though to discuss accomplishments in my career.

[@vickikirk8744]

tried to download but nothing came through after i confirmed subscription.

[@tadfrizzell]

Thank you for the great videos. Are you still doing any masterclasses? I get a security alert when I click the links above.

[@iknowyouarebutwhatami]

Me too lol

[@iknowyouarebutwhatami]

Type in Praizion in KZbin.!!! You'll thank me later

[@srburgos]

I noticed that you never mentioned Programs or Program Managers under your portfolio. You just work directly from Portfolio to Projects? Meaning that none of your projects are not strategically related to be qualify to group them into a program?

[@TheQUBANQT]

I'm absolutely guilty of the misconseption of the resume serving as a history of your job expiriance. I've stayed at the same company for 17 years & have just advanced with a very limited need for a resume. I've hit a cieling & am looking at possibly a carrer change. Very intimidating.

[@letsgetyoumoved4492]

Jason.. I appreciate this video. When you're trying to break into this career how would you change the resume to gear it towards their job descriptions without experience please???

[@YuliaMeshcheryakova]

Same here! Very interested in the answer!

[@tommyjohn_45]

I would suggest two approaches. First, if you went to school in a field closely related to the position you're looking into, focus on learning experiences and how they relate to what they're looking for in an ideal candidate. The great thing about being a PM is that the approach in business is very similar to the approach you'd use resolving school projects. Share difficult experiences and how you were able steer a project towards success, etc. Second, if your eduction doesn't tie into the position/company you're looking at, consider a junior position that can help get your foot in the door. This will give people a chance to get to know you, develop a strong connection and be more willing to give you a shot, even if you don't meet the criteria right out of the gate. Hope that helps

[@letsgetyoumoved4492]

@@tommyjohn_45 Thank you

[@namastewellness]

Hi, Will having obtaining an M.S. in PM put me at the top for jobs than having the certificate? I have a Master's degree in Urban Planning but seriously PM experience. I am paying off student loans and have not found any free money to help cover the cost of anymore education. I am actively seeking and trying to figure out the the best path to move into a career as a PM. Any advice?

[@amirmostafavi.m]

Hi there Could you please make a video about hiding some parts of resume not to get overqualified? Thanks

[@joanneny8638]

I’ve read that you go back 10 years

[@enduringenesis]

Should we include the profile pic on the resume or no ?

[@danman1992]

A world where your no cannot be a simple no and your yes cannot be a simple yes is fundamentally broken.

[@ellam428]

the download doesn't seem to work

[@ksoomro]

I am interested in Pilot Project

[@robinrobles695]

I’d love to be in a pilot program

[@odenjustice3404]

I carpet bombed project manager jobs with a bit of NLP in Python to see what would happen. I was actually curious to see if automation with a little virtual intelligence in play could disrupt skilled worker flow (aka, could bots hinder a nations GDP by introducing artificial increased inefficiency to hiring?) 500k jobs scrapped in one month, 28k relevant to my bot, 15k auto resume build and applied, 2k request for interview. 13% success with a single bot configuration in a domain I have no expertise in. Crap. Guess the answer is yes.

[@Nepenhyah]

Where you went wrong and completely contradicted your entire platform is on resume length. 1 page is enough. If you can’t read a reference due to time constraints what makes you think you can read 3 pages?

[@mariazippy233]

How are you able to compile your 10+ years work experience on a 1 page resume?

[@kami_azarabadeghan]

@@mariazippy233 , I think the idea is only to include 5-10 years of experience ( and no more), but yes I think you need 2-3 pages of resume, and no more, to incorporate those experiences

[@garyfloren2791]

Cookie cutter type of project requirements ... I am in Nuclear ans they use a standard form that requests a Senior Manager but really they need a Project Manager.

[@missssophisicated6742]

💡👍

[@mungbeanistasty]

I must disagree about personal interests section. At one international company that I worked at, the HR manager declined all resumes without this section and it didn't go to the departments. Personaly I think it was ridiculous

[@2_Bike_is_Life]

One rogue HR manager doesn't make the advise wrong. But in my experience it depends on the company. If you know the internal company culture and things like community outreach, then you can add it if it has value such as volunteering or personal trainer and such. Just don't list things like stamp collecting or basket weaving.

[@see5840]

2 is more specific😊

[@PMPerspective]

Hi See, are you saying that the biggest takeaway from this video is to be more specific, or to tailor your resume? Trying to understand the comment. 😁

[@Mrpatrickh]

all the links say you maybe impersonating the real website and will still my finances - even opened up a new tab and also tried on my phone...same thing happened.