The Objective Statement is positioned at the top of the resume, occupying prime position (or real estate), and is typically not more than one sentence. A short sentence will only include the position or type of position you’re interested in.
A longer sentence can include a short list of two or three of your skills, in addition to the position you’re interested in. The longer objective statement is used instead of a summary statement (though a short style objective statement can be used with a summary statement).
The Objective statement is especially useful when using a functional or hybrid resume layout.
How to construct an objective statement.
When constructing your objective statement, make sure it matches the needs of the position. If you’re using the resume as a marketing tool, you will need to create a balanced objective statement that is broad enough to apply to the areas you need, and narrow enough to still define what you’re looking for. Remember people get hired to do something, not anything !
Short style Objective Statement
Education institution, Project Management
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Recreational buildings Architect
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Sales Assistant, ladies retail fashion.
Long style Objective Statement.
A Project Management position in Educational Administration requiring organization, technical and problem solving skills in an environment that requires successfully managing multiple stakeholders with varying needs and delivering the project on time and within budget.
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Senior Architect specializing in Recreational Building design and construction, requiring experience creating affordable, functional and pleasing designs, managing the client relationship and navigating the bid process to successful conclusion.
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Sales assistant for a high end fashion clothing retailer where a passion for merchandise presentation and providing excellent customer service can make a difference.
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Simon,
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