Almost any professional job application nowadays will require that a resume be sent along with it. In many cases, people have not updated their resume in years or perhaps the professional is young or has never held a position before that required a resume be submitted along with an application. For some, the mere thought of constructing a resume is overwhelming and intimidating. For others, it is assumed that a resume is as simple as writing down every previous job in paragraph form with dates and a general summary of who you are and what you can do and that is the end of the story. In reality, there are many intricate details that should be included in a resume, but in a format brief and concise enough that the potential employer will want to know more, read more and even schedule an interview due to your enticing resume. There are certain key words and phrases that "catch" a resume reader's attention. The potential employer will want to be able to verify the honesty and accuracy of the things that are on an applicant's resume and this will stand out by reviewing the appearance of the resume alone. Things such as the font size and type used on a resume can even factor in on how a potential employer sees a resume and whether or not they even bother to read the whole thing. If a company asks for a resume, you can bet your bottom dollar that they intend to read it and will likely go over it with a fine-tooth comb, including calling and checking in with references. Instead of tackling the art of making a resume on your own, try using resume services that will make the entire task simple. While the thought of paying someone else to perfect your resume, about you, may seem ridiculous and financially frivolous, the reality is that the money you pay to that resume expert can make or break the difference between getting that great job you want so bad and just settling for the one who didn't care what your resume looked like in the first place. At least research resume services and take a look at what they have to offer, what they charge and determine if it is worth your while.