Writing to Get Your Attention to My Resume

Writing to Get Your Attention to My ResumeMy heart is jumping when I hear that there are thousands of people out there getting recruited each year. How do they do it? Well they are doing it by writing to you. Here are some of the best tips for writing to get your attention to my resume.First off, if you aren't writing to a potential employer and someone from a company, don't waste your time. The chances of you getting hired aren't that high. There're so many different companies looking for certain skills and if you're not meeting the minimum requirements of being hired, they will find someone who is.Make sure you have your resume ready for the employer to read before they even get to your application. They may not even bother to read it. Make it as much like a 'Come here!' to get them to notice you.Call your friends and family members. Maybe you've lost touch with them or haven't heard from them in awhile. You can always get them to read your resume and possibly check you out. There is nothing wrong with this, except they don't know what to say. Don't worry, they won't offend you.Tell a few friends that you are considering a possible interview with someone. Acknowledge that they are possible employers and make the move for them to introduce you. This isn't so much a personal move for you as they're going to be reading about your situation and probably writing you off as the worst employee they've ever had. Just let them know that you are trying to get a new job and get back in contact with them, especially if they already have someone.Now, if you're currently employed with someone who you've been with for quite a while, why not ask them how to reach you at their current employer. They could probably help you. You should be able to get an appointment to go meet them without them even realizing that you're using their name. If they don't want to meet you, it's okay.Also, check the newspaper for any good opportunities. Most local employers look for individuals to fill a job in their local area, but sometimes they need to fill it in another state. Look around and see if you can find an opening in a better location that you might be qualified for.Whatever you decide to do, just remember that if you don't know someone at their current job, ask. Even if you have told them about your past experience, it might work in your favor to ask. It can be the beginning of a relationship is always built on trust.