Beat the 10 second rule - by Warren Simons

Beat the '10-Second Rule'
By Warren Simons

Want to dramatically improve your resume's response rate, while also
creating a document you can quickly and easily customize to apply for
new openings? Focus on two key sections: the Headline and the Summary
of Qualifications.

Located just below your Contact Information, these areas occupy a
resume's most valuable real estate for a reason: Used correctly, they
introduce your name with a tremendous air of professionalism.
Unfortunately, many candidates still continue to utilize a bland
Objective instead of the much stronger, more vigorous Headline.

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