Are you one of the 4.3 million who are now part of what has been dubbed the “Great Resignation” or “The Big Quit”? The impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many changes to what we once viewed as “normal”. Among the polarized political issues and vaccine mandates that have now become synonymous with COVID-19, millions have started to reassess the things that really matter to them. Having spent several months within a social-distanced, locked-down, remote environment, sheltering in place with children and immediate family, jobs and careers have taken on new meaning. The hard-hit foodservice and hospitality industries, those overworked and burnt out in the medical field, the walkouts in the education and manufacturing sectors, all speak to a wave of individuals rethinking their direction in life.
Although there are those leaving jobs in droves, that doesn’t mean people aren’t looking for work. In fact, the “Great Resignation” could also be named the “Great Redirection”. Those resigning are leaving jobs where they have felt the burden of being overworked or underappreciated in search of roles with flexible schedules, remote opportunities, better pay, and increased incentives. If this is true of you, consider what this means for your resume.
1. Career transition means breaking into a new field. Your previous education and work experience may do little to help your case as you seek a role that you have never held in the past. This can make it difficult to qualify for that dream job that checks everything off of the wish list. Your resume should lead with details of new training, quantifiable accomplishments, and job matching technical and soft skills. A qualified resume writer will know exactly how to draw out this vital information during an investigative interview and skillfully craft the content within a resume that will make that career transition much easier.
2. Having an ATS-compatible. keyword-optimized resume is even more important. Since your resume will lack sufficient work experience for that new role, possibly within a new industry, it is even more imperative that your resume complies with applicant tracking system requirements and generously matches job description keywords. A professional resume writer has a unique ability to understand job specifications and convey each individual’s qualifications in such a way as to showcase the best match. This allows your resume to rank higher within online application systems, such as Indeed, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Careerbuilder, etc. If your resume doesn’t rise to the top, it will never be seen by the eyes of hiring managers willing to help you make entry into that new field.
3. A cover letter is a strategic tool if written properly. Cover letters are one of the best tools that someone in career transition can use to make the case that he or she is worth the risk. You can include anecdotal information, explain gaps in work history, and express sincere interest in learning. You can also describe your willingness to work hard to advance, and eagerness to make a fresh start within a company that is open to training and molding new talent. Investing in a seasoned writer with experience in creating career content can give you the needed edge to win the interview and begin a new career path.
Change is inevitable. In fact, change is often a good thing but change is hardly ever easy. Investing in a better and brighter future may take a modest investment in a professional resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile writing service, but it will be more than worth it once you are well on your way to achieving the goal of a successful new career. SuperNova Resumes is poised to provide the expert assistance you need to accomplish a smooth career transition.
Nova Yeoman-Forrestall - Writer, Consultant & Mentor specializing in Career Development and Job Search Readiness. HRM Certified professional who has helped 100s advance toward the achievement of their goals while working for a division of Manpower Group, Monster.com, and as the CEO & Owner of SuperNova Resumes.
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