Self-Confidence & Personal Image in Resumes

The job titles you use in your resumes can have a huge impact on the salary you'll be offered. Similarly, your previous job titles can have a negative impact on jobs you are applying for because your job titles can give the impression that you are under qualified for the position.

Some job titles have a certain degree of stigma attached to them. A cleaner does not sound as professional as a health technician. This is just one example of how writing a better job title can change the recruiter's perception of the position. Impressive job titles can raise your image. Be careful though, your employer could ask for previous work contracts that mention your exact job title. This is, however, a risk that most candidates take. On the other hand, if you supervised five people, never say you supervised ten!

Some job candidates have a low image of themselves that's reflected in their resume. It's important you give the impression that your resume was written by an upbeat, positive person.

Self confidence shows through your resume. Sit down, identify your skills and be proud of your achievements to date. Now write down these achievements, giving your resume the shape that potential employers want to see.

You probably have far more skills than you give yourself credit for. Sit down and write them down, do not forget to include your soft skills. You'll discover a lot of skills that relate directly to the job. Keep the notes handy for future reference. This will increase your confidence substantially. As you move through this process, your view of your personal skills and abilities will expand and your feelings will lead you to create a far superior resume.

Always keep this in mind. Your confidence is essential in resume writing because the image you present in your resume is crucial.