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Kamran · 8 Sep 2025
Strategy Consultant
I have worked on short term contracts and my resume has a few roles. I am not getting much traction on my job applications. What should I do to make my work history less of leaping stones? Thank you in advance!
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Apple · 25 Sep 2025
Digital Marketing Consultant
Here’s what I did for my resume: instead of listing tasks or responsibilities for each role, I highlighted accomplishments using numbers, frequencies, and positive impact — to paint a clear picture of my contributions. Hope that works for you too!
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Sandra · 1 Oct 2025
Procurement Manager
I would suggest saying something like ..
Preciously I have chosen to work in short term contracted positions, allowing high cash flow and more flexibility. but as Ive matured I appreciate all the wonderful things a long term employer offers.
I'm dedicated, reliable and committed to making a possitive difference in a team,
I sincerely hope I will be considered as a long term valued employee with ( company name )
good luck
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Kirsty · 27 Sep 2025
Main Shed Supervisor
you could always collaborate the skills and positions if they're for a similar industry and give the bwginning and ending dtes without all the company names.
find a solid reference person and stick with them.
my resume has a bunch of short term.contracts and positions but I targeted them for that reason. During covid and since, many employers didn't want any permanent staff and casual or contract worked for them.
I have listed all mine as contract work and my ABN to go with them.
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Anon739674 · 29 Sep 2025
Warehouse Assistant
You gotta adjust your resume for each role. Cant use the same resume for each application.
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SEEK Admin · 10 Sep 2025
We're sure the community will share their thoughts when they've been applying, or reading CVs as an employer, but we've also got a few tips over here which could get the conversation started for you: https://www.seek.com.au/career-advice/article/how-to-explain-a-short-tenure
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Anon189939 · 28d ago
Process Engineer Intern
try out this website, https://mrresume.shop
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Paul · 13 Oct 2025
Fixed Plant Operator
Sorry it took a few messages but it only lets you do 500 words
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Paul · 13 Oct 2025
Fixed Plant Operator
6. Craft a Compelling Objective Statement
Prompt:
Based on my resume and the job description, create an objective statement that clearly communicates my goals and alignment with the [job title] role at [company name]. Here's my resume:
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Paul · 13 Oct 2025
Fixed Plant Operator
4. Refine for Impactful Language
Prompt:
Enhance my resume to make my experiences sound more impactful and action-oriented for an [job title] position. Here's my resume:. Here’s job description:
5. Showcase Problem-Solving Abilities
Prompt:
Review my resume and suggest ways to highlight my problem-solving skills and how they've contributed to success in previous roles. Here's my resume: [Resume].
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Paul · 13 Oct 2025
Fixed Plant Operator
2. Customize for the Desired Role
Prompt:
Adapt my resume to emphasize the skills and experiences that align with the [insert title] role. Here's my resume: Here’s job description:
3. Highlight Leadership Experience
Prompt:
Review my resume to better highlight my leadership skills for an [job title]role at [company name]. Here's my resume and job description:
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