Increase job offers from your Video Resume
* Make a Powerful First Impression. Your Video Resume allows you to completely control
the tone and delivery of your message. By fully completing your WorkBlast profile
you maximize the power of your first impression!
* Your Video Resume should tell potential employers who you are, and of the intangible
qualities and characteristics you possess. It's your opportunity to differentiate
yourself from the crowd!
* Before you record your Video, check out these TIPS to make sure that your Video
Resume shows the best that you have to offer Employers!
Expert Video Resume TIPS
1. Clearly state why employers should hire YOU over other applicants: Prepare your
"elevator pitch" before you sit down to record your Video. Know what your
Unique Selling Proposition (USP) is, and deliver it with confidence. Your USP is
a statement which tells potential employers the main reason you are different than
the rest. Think about this question. What makes you the best applicant for the job?
Here is an example:
"I'm an experienced salesperson whose strengths are listening to my clients,
developing their trust and confidence in me, and solving problems for them, just
as if I were doing the same for my family. These strengths have been the cornerstone
of my success in every position I™ve held in my career."
2. Remember not to give too much information: Remember the "KISS" Formula
(Keep It Simple Silly). You want to entice potential employers to interview you.
Give them just enough information to tantalize them. For example, you may want to
introduce yourself, present your USP and a couple of sentences telling them something
relevant about what you can offer the employer. Tell them things that aren™t available
in your text resume! End with an invitation to learn more about you in person.
3. Keep the Video Resume short and concise: Don't bore the hiring manager. Time
goes quickly when you're talking, however, it can drag when you watch the playback.
Your Video presentation should be a short, inspiring presentation. Call the Employer
to action at the end.
4. "Less is More." This is especially true with your Video presentation.
Keep your message between 30 and 90 seconds. The goal of your Video Resume is to
get potential employers to consider you a qualified candidate and secure an interview.
5. Don™t Wing It: Think about how you want the Employer to feel when he/she watches
your Video Resume. Then, write down the points you need to make to accomplish your
goal and read them aloud. Do your statements convey the message you believe will
inspire an Employer to interview you? If not, keep working at it until you're comfortable
with how your "script" sounds. Replace any wording or phrases that are
difficult to pronounce or say clearly.
We all speak differently than we write, so write your "script" in a conversational
tone. Your finished product should be compelling. You want to present the most professional
and appropriate image of yourself as possible. You probably spent hours fine tuning
your text resume. For best results, a Video Resume requires a similar amount of
preparation and practice ahead of time!
6. "Professional" Doesn™t Mean Overly Serious: A Video Resume can be unique
and professional at the same time, so relax, have some fun and show your personality.
You want to project your professionalism and personality with enthusiasm, so smile
and deliver your message with confidence. Imagine you are talking with the perfect
employer for you, and she already likes what she sees.
7. Appropriate Attire and Background: Your Video Resume is your first impression,
so prepare and dress like it is an interview. Dress appropriately for your industry.
Not everyone needs a suit and tie, but Employers all expect a level of professionalism
and that starts with your appearance.
Your video will include some background that is visible in the shot. Make sure it's
not something like a cluttered desk, or a dirty or damaged wall. Try standing against
a relatively bare wall, or sitting in a neatly organized office. You want Employers
to focus on you and your message, not to be distracted by what's behind you.
8. Body Language: A large percentage of human communication is non-verbal, so be
aware of what your body language is telling Employers about you!
9. While it's OK to use your hands to accentuate, watch out for unnecessary movements.
Be conscious about spinning your chair back and forth or bobbing your head from
side to side. Keep your arms and hands by your side or crossed behind you unless
you're using them to drive home an important point.
Summary
Your Video Resume can open new doors for you, or, it can inadvertently slam them
in your face. By utilizing these tips, you will powerfully present yourself, your
unique characteristics, and take control of your career search! Good Luck! Get Hired
Today!