Great article. As a recruiter, if you are recruiting for a number of positions at the same time, and each position generates between 100 and 200 applications (and I’m being on the non-generous side here people), time management is essential. Check out this blog entry from 2010 below.

http://www.impacthiringsolutions.com/careerblog/2010/01/18/how-recruiters-read-resumes-in-10-seconds-or-less/

Here we are in 2012, but these concepts still apply to most recruiters. The best way to land a recruiter’s attention???? Bold your most important job functions, then write a more detailed description of how you use them in your work. Be sure to include any professional certifications and associations on your resume. Do not list your hobbies or interests-we don’t care (sorry to be harsh). Finally-have a friend or acquaintance that works as a recruiter or has been a hiring manager review your resume and share their thoughts for improvement!

Happy Job Hunting.

Namaste