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You can use resume posting services if you don't have the time to post your
own resume online yourself.
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With some services you can fill in your own
information and details to create a resume. If you use such a service, make sure
you review what will be posted and edit it if necessary, before submitting.
It is probably safer & easier to upload your own resume.
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Resume blasting services will distribute
your resume to thousands of recruiters, online job sites, hiring agents, and employers, across different
industries and locations.
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When posting your resume online, your
resume needs to be optimized for specific keywords that employers
and recruiters search for. You can use your existing resume. Some
sites have an online template to upload your resume onto.
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Don't include all of your contact name &
address when posting your resume online. Replace with
"confidential resume".
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Make sure you always update your online resume.
The same rules apply to your online resume as your regular resume.
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As posting your resume online will expose
you to the whole world, make sure you indicate your geographical
preferences and whether you are open to relocation or not.
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If you currently have a job, your current
employer may see your resume online or receive it if you use resume
distribution services & realize that you are
looking for a job! To avoid this don't include the name of your
current employer & in the body of your resume or cover letter
avoid any words or descriptions that would identify you to your employer. Also,
don't use a work email or an email that identifies you to your
current employer.
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If your resume isn't up to scratch then
you will be wasting your time!
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So, before you post your resume
online and before you start your job search, see our Resume
Writing & The
Hidden Job Market
