15 Q&As About Resumes Every Consultant Should Know

As a freelancer, if landing consistent consulting gigs, increasing your income, and building long-term client relationships are priorities for you – your first step should be crafting an unforgettable resume. For consultants looking for work, getting noticed is often half the battle.

In order to stand out, you need to make sure you have a resume that is clear, concise, and up to date.

Don’t Neglect Your Resume

Your resume is still one of the most crucial factors used in the hiring process for recruiters and potential employers. Unfortunately, recruiting agencies are flooded with candidates’ resumes just like yours every day.

The primary job of any resume is simple; to get recruiters or hiring managers to take notice and want to interview the owner. While that may sound easy enough, the reality is freelancers often struggle with writing resumes that genuinely highlight their strengths.

In order to stand out, you need to make sure you have a resume that is clear, concise, and up to date.

As a long-time consultant in learning and development (L&D), I am fully aware of the need to have an impressive, well-built portfolio. However, if your resume ends up in someone’s circular file, no one will ever see your jaw-dropping portfolio sans your mom!