Write an Incredible Resume: 5 Golden Rules!

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Austin Belsack's analysis of 125,484 resumes revealed that having a LinkedIn profile can boost interview rates, but many resumes lack important keywords, quantifiable results, and fall outside the ideal length range, warning against buzzwords and cliches.

Insights

  • Including a LinkedIn profile in a resume increases interview rates significantly, yet only 48% of resumes analyzed had one.
  • Candidates often overlook the importance of measurable metrics and soft skills, with only 26% featuring quantifiable results and 51% missing important keywords, respectively.

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Recent questions

  • How many resumes were analyzed by Austin Belsack?

    125,484

  • What percentage of resumes included a LinkedIn profile?

    48%

  • How many resumes featured five or more quantifiable results?

    26%

  • What is the ideal resume length according to the analysis?

    475 to 600 words

  • What percentage of resumes included buzzwords and cliches?

    51%

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"Resume Analysis: Crafting Exceptional Profiles for Success"

  • Austin Belsack analyzed 125,484 resumes, revealing key findings for crafting exceptional resumes.
  • Only 48% of resumes included a LinkedIn profile, which significantly boosts interview rates.
  • Candidates often under-index on soft skills, including only 51% of important keywords and skills.
  • Measurable metrics are crucial, yet only 26% of resumes featured five or more quantifiable results.
  • The ideal resume length is 475 to 600 words, with 77% of resumes falling outside this range.
  • Avoid fluffy content like buzzwords and cliches, as 51% of resumes included them, diminishing value.
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