Your zzp resume: how to make sure the choice falls on you?
Writing your independent resume may seem like a fill-in-the-blanks exercise. In the meantime, however, it is the story that will give you the desired interpretation of your self-employment. Clients are inundated with resumes. They are looking for specific competencies and scan resumes to see if they contain the right keywords. The challenge is to grab their attention. A strong resume opens doors to new zzp assignments. With the following tips from Patrick Szigeti, resource manager at HeadFirst Group, prove that you are the professional for the job.
What should you think about when preparing your zzp resume?
The structure
Keep a clear structure and layout, so the most important information is visible at a glance. Start with your personal details and, of course, an overview of your education and certifications should not be missing.
Personal profile
Pay attention to writing a short and powerful profile, so that it is immediately clear what you stand for, what your ambitions and skills are and what you are looking for.
Customized resume
Have you seen a fun and challenging assignment? Then always respond with a resume tailored to the assignment, emphasizing the profile described by the client.
Use your LinkedIn profile to share additional information
Adding your LinkedIn profile to your resume can add value. If you would like to share more information about completed assignments, for example. You can also add relevant references. Do you want to know more about increasing your visibility on LinkedIn? Read our blog more success with LinkedIn.
Do you want to put yourself on the map with strong personal branding? Use the tips and checklist in our white paper to create a strong resume and perfect LinkedIn profile.
After reading the whitepaper, you will know:
- How to create a professional and distinctive resume
- How to make an applicant tracking system select you
- How to use LinkedIn for strong personal branding
- How to increase your findability on LinkedIn
