by Alan De Back
Over many years as a career coach, I’ve discovered that the most qualified person does not always land the job. Even with sites like LeoList that can help you in the job search, the qualifications matter. You may have great credentials, but your lack of high impact writing skills could eliminate you from consideration.
How you present yourself in writing is critical to making the first cut. Whether writing a bio or editing your LinkedIn profile, a high impact writing style sends a message of energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism. However, despite the tips below that are awaiting you, I know that some people really do struggle with writing, and producing a well-written bio can seem like an impossible task. Those of you who can’t imagine a successful bio being produced by yourself, why not get someone else to write a great bio? Jill can write a bio for you when the challenge seems too much for yourself, with flawless writing that’ll capture the employer’s eye. For those of you who can face the writing part, but don’t know what aspects you need to put in your bio, read on.
What are the most important elements of a high impact writing style?