And yet, many people consistently send out slipshod, casual resumes for positions and jobs, and then, wonder why they weren't hired? Would you hire someone who appeared lackadaisical and careless?

You can do that by honing and polishing your resume until your abilities, skills and training grab your prospective employer by the throat and not let go until he or she calls you in for an interview.

Your worth as an employee is measured by the resume lying on the desk of your prospective employer. It is your sales tool, your sales representative. Never forget that.