Writing the Objective
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The keys to writing a solid objective:
- Keep it short and to the point
- Pull in the position you are applying
- Sell the positive skills you own
- Begin with a verb + ing or verb + ed. Choose this verb carefully.
- Seeking a welding position at XYZ Corporation to move the industry forward in the production of quality welds for ultralight aircraft.
- Dedicated to supporting the ZYX Tech Corp in developing cutting-edge remote learning software and a student tracking system to ensure increased corporate market share.
Other information on writing the objective:
The objective should be short and concise, but it must also be user-centered. User-centered objectives are tailored to the specific organization and position. User-centered objectives state the organization's name and the specific position title, and they briefly outline how the applicant will help the organization achieve its goals. An example:
Objective: Help ABC Aerospace achieve its mission of designing tomorrow's technology today by joining the Navigation Software Development Team as a programmer.
Creating a user-centered objective is important because you don't want to sound like you're using the organization selfishly to further your own career. An example:
Objective: Expand my skills in programming in the software development field
Notice how the second objective does not mention the specific organization or job, and it does not discuss how the applicant plans to help the company.
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