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• Steps
• Part 1 of 3: Choose an eye-catching resume title
• Part 2 of 3: Formatting Your Resume Title Correctly
• Part 3 of 3: Understand that the title of your resume is very important

William Shakespeare said, "What's in my name for you?" When it comes to a resume, the title is very important as it is the first thing a potential new employer sees. You want to tell the potential employer who you are and why you are the right person for the job. This article will show you how to combine your name and a brief description of your professionalism to create the perfect title for your resume. Once you learn how to do this, you can start looking for work and stand out from the crowd. Just start from the first step.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Choose an eye-catching resume title

1. 1 Include your name in the title of your resume. Your name is unique, so it is very important that it be one of the first things you tell your employer. Make sure your name appears at the beginning of your resume title. When such a resume falls into the hands of a potential employer, your name will make it easier to track its progress and make working with the resume more convenient.
   • When choosing the formatting, make sure that your name is in a special font and written separately, so that it is the first thing that catches the employer's eye.
   • If your application is electronic, remember to include the name in the title of the resume document. The title should read "JaneDoe.doc".
2. 2 Include an attractive summary statement in the title. This is how you have already included your name in the title, which will differentiate your resume from other applicants. However, you still need something more. Making a summarizing statement in the title will grab the employer's attention by showing that you have carefully read the job description and have the skills or experience they are looking for.
   • A wrap-up statement is a few words to put together the information on your resume. For example, if an employer is looking for someone with work experience and negotiation success and your resume needs to show that you have these skills, you might call your resume ‘Jane Doe - Negotiation Expert.”
   • If you are applying for a job where a successful candidate must have a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, you can head your resume 'Jane Do's Resume - 5 Years of MS Office Experience'
3. 3 Avoid common mistakes. Imagine yourself as an employer. Wouldn't it be tedious to read endless papers titled ‘resume.doc’ or something like that? Unfortunately, most people don't realize the importance of the name, so they tend to fall into common pitfalls that include:
   • "Faceless name". Do not send a resume to a recruiter or employer called "resume.doc". How many such documents with the same name do you think have already been received by the employer? Wouldn't it be easier for them to move on to the next candidate?
   • "Resume_Year.doc:" When your resume contains a specific year, you run the risk of looking outdated. For example, if you submit your resume titled "resume2010.doc", it will look like the last time you updated your resume was in 2010. Even if the title of your resume mentions the current year, it looks like you are looking for a job every year, so the employer may think that you are not inclined to stay in one place for a long time.
   • "Resume for potential employer.doc:" This option is better than the previous two, but when you save your resume with the name of the company you are applying to, please make sure you write it correctly. Otherwise, it is unlikely to make the desired impression on a potential employer. Also, remember to change the title of the document before submitting your resume to another employer.

Part 2 of 3: Formatting Your Resume Title Correctly

1. 1 Make sure the title of your resume is of the optimal length. Make sure the file name is of the optimal length so that it can be viewed correctly on all operating systems. For example, some systems only show the first 24 characters (including spaces); others can be wrapped to the next line. So it is best to save the file with a short name, then it displays correctly on all systems.
2. 2 Remember to capitalize every single word. Use capital letters to separate individual words in the title of your resume. Also, if you write all the words with small letters, the recruiter might think that you are a little careless or lazy and did not even find it necessary to press the "Shift" key.
3. 3 Use spaces, hyphens, and underscores between words. This will allow you to distinguish between different words in the file name. For example, "Joe-Smith-Sales Manager-Resume" or "Joe_Smith_Sales_Resume Manager."
4. 4 Include the most important information in the correct order. It is important to use important pieces of information in the file name, such as file type (resume), your name, key role. You should use them even in the correct order to prioritize the words that are most important to the recruiter.
5. 5 Pay attention to the file format. Along with the name, the file extension also matters. Using the most popular PDF files is a much better idea than a .docx or even a doc file. This minimizes the risk of loss of text formatting or distortion on the HR manager's computer.
6. 6 Do not forget about the correct design of the resume that you upload on job search sites. You always format your resume properly when you send it as an email attachment, so remember to do the same when you attach your resume directly to the job search site. All job search sites use a different method of storing and submitting your resume, make sure your file name is in the correct format to make the most of this opportunity.

Part 3 of 3: Understand that the title of your resume is very important

1. 1 Understand that the title of your resume is the first thing a potential employer sees. Finding a job is not so easy today. You must show the potential employer that you understand the kind of person needed for the position and that you are the ideal candidate for the job. The title of the resume is the first thing that tells the employer about you, so it is very important to make it as effective as possible.
2. 2 Know that a descriptive title will keep your resume from getting lost. Your name in the title will simplify administration for the employer and it will ensure that your resume stays noticed during every stage of the hiring process. If you include words that summarize your experience in your resume title, the employer will know that you have the skills they need.
3. 3 Understand that a good resume title can be a powerful marketing tool. A good file name for your resume is a great marketing tool that you can use to impress a hiring manager. Call your resume "Joe Smith Resume Sales Manager" and an employer will look at your name and skills every time they open a database of prospective candidates.
   • When you do this, the chances of your resume being missed are nil. It also tells them that you are serious and clear about your career goal.
   • Plus, if you're applying for a position for a job in sales or marketing, the marketing strategies used to write your resume can give you an added edge over other candidates for the position. If you do not know how to effectively promote your resume, an employer may think that you are unlikely to be able to effectively sell the company's products and services. By promoting yourself well, you show good marketing skills.