One of the biggest mistakes we see job seekers make time and time again is not having an updated resume when they find themselves looking for work. It’s easy to let the task fall by the wayside when you’re employed. But we believe it’s essential that you continuously update your resume even while you’re still working so you can start your job search without complications. Here are the reasons having an updated resume is important.
Keep your accomplishments up to date
One of the main reasons that you should keep your resume updated even while you’re working is to track your accomplishments. You may not always remember the details if it’s been years, and the details may be the most important aspect. Whenever you reach a specific achievement, add it to your resume. Or keep a running list so you can pick and choose when crafting or customizing a resume.
Make you feel confident
In doing this you will also be able to keep track of the work you do in a way that makes you feel good about it. There are a lot of things in our jobs that aren’t glamorous, but when you achieve something you feel good about it. And when you review your resume in the future, you can use that feeling to keep you confident in your job search.
Knowing what you want
When you update your resume, you’re also confirming to yourself what you want in the future. You can create a resume that points out the path for your career and it will make you feel more confident about the choices you’ve made. If you’ve done one task in the past but didn’t enjoy it, don’t include it on your resume. Focus on the things you do well and want to do.
See how things come together
You also may not realize how some of your choices and the experience you’ve had can fit together. But a visual representation can help you better understand. You should do this throughout your career so that if you ever feel down about what you’re doing or find yourself without a job so you can feel good about your choices.
To prepare for the future
Of course, what might be the most important reason to continually work on your resume is to prepare for a time where you might need it. While you can take a look at and revamp your resume style and specifics, it is a good idea to have the basic concepts all in place before you need the document. It will also give you a chance to submit your resume to opportunities you weren’t expecting along the way.
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