Predicting the Future of the Resume

Predicting the Future of the ResumePredicting the Future of the ResumePredicting the Future of the ResumeBy now youve probably had it up to here with predictions and what-to-expect articles for the new year. But I hope you can stomach just one more, because a colleague (thanks, Jen) recently alerted me to an article on resume trends by career expert Louise Kursmark. She offers some interesting insights about the future of resumes and the factors contributing to their evolution. Pay close attention, because the resume rules we live by now are bound to change over the next few years Here are a few trends were likely to seeResumes Will Get Shorter and Tighter Long, detailed resumes wont hold a readers attention when most other written communications are bite-size text messages or 140-character tweets. The miniaturization of messaging is already in high gear, so keep those resumes focused and relevant.Online Profiles Will Supplement ResumesResumes and cover letters arent going anywhere, but a good LinkedIn profile will become more and more important as a complementary resource. Recruiters are already using angeschlossen profiles to vet job candidates, so make sure your searchable information is employer-friendly. TIP Type in your name at snitch.name to find out what information is available about you online.Contact InformationWill Be LimitedFull name, street address, home phone, cell phone, email. Is it still necessary to put all that personal information out there on your resume? For now, yes, thats still the standard (though youll want to hide some of itif youre posting the resume on a public job board.) But dont be surprised if, down the road, resume standards shift to just the essentials name, cell phone, and maybe city and state.Youll find the full article on the Career Thought Leaders web site. Meanwhile, well continue to follow the trends in resumes and careers, and keep you apprised of the latest developments.