Last week we spoke about reading the job posting thoroughly before applying to a job. Sometimes it’s so you write a proper cover letter, while others, it’s so you send the application to the correct person.

One thing that often comes up are the qualifications that prospective employers are looking for. Even though you have two companies with similar job postings, that doesn’t mean they appreciate the same skills. A driving position at one company may require your own vehicle, while another wants you to be focused on customer service.

How do you take advantage if your resume is light on some skills however? Do you simply ignore the job posting and wait for the next one to come along?

NO.

You often can’t afford to wait. That’s not to say you should apply to every job. The job has to be right for you and you have to feel you are qualified for it. It’s just that sometimes you may want to highlight some of your 

skills or experience instead of others.

For instance, you may have formal education in some fields, but they may not be exactly what the employer is looking for. On the other hand, you may have practical skills that more than compensate for the lack of training.

It’s for this reason you want your resume versatile enough that you can adjust it the order of your resume, be it your training, experience, or volunteer work. That versatility will allow you to highlight the strengths that will show you to be the most suitable applicant.