Target your job search with multiple versions of your resume

Getting a job in technology isn't easy.  In my opinion this is caused by the complicated and dynamic nature of the industry: very few people know which way's up and how to find the right candidates.  But there's many jobs out there, so how do you get one?  If you ask me, the secret's in creating several targeted versions of your resume; one for each major facet of technology:

• Technical/developer resume.  This resume highlights all of the technical stuff you have done, all of the technologies you have used, and all of the results you've gotten from creating custom solutions for people. Make sure you call out all the technical details and make yourself really sound like a developer.  Speak to your skills from database to middle-tier to front-end and talk about your experiences on teams, developing and being creative.
• Manager resume.  This resume should talk about all of the "business" and management / leadership roles you have done.  Tailor it to only refer to positions where you were a manager.  Remove titles that looked like developer titles.
• Consultant resume.  This is your "all up" resume that points you as a leader and Jack of All Trades.  Tell people how you can work with customers, sell and implement solutions.

Be specific and choose the right resume to tailor when applying for the job.  Your overall positioning will help you feel grounded in what you do best: sell!