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What is a Career Objective?

A Career Objective or a Resume Objective is essentially a heading statement


that describes your professional goals in two to three sentences.
 
 
Employers looking to hire an employee for a position tend to seek candidates
that are driven enough to understand what they want. Whether you are starting
off or set on a particular dream job, it is extremely essential to design an
effective objective to stand out. 
 
 
Designing a resume that catches the eye of the recruiter is important.
Showcasing all your skills, highlighting work experience, and finding the
perfect balance, can seem quite intimidating. 
 
Career Objectives come in different forms, depending upon the purpose of a
resume. They are essentially divided into two broad categories, namely
 
 

GENERIS CO SPECIFIC CO
 
 
As the names suggest, generic objectives play a role for a wide variety of
positions in different fields. On the other hand, specific objects come into play
while applying for a specific job that requires specialized skills as per your
strengths. Whatever the type, it is essential to understand what is put where
while building your resume.
 

 
 

Technical skills are the specialized knowledge expertise required to perform


specific tasks and use specific tools and programs in real world situations. Diverse
technical skills are required in just about every field and industry, from IT and
business administration to health care and education.

In fact, many entry-level positions across industries require basic technical skills,
such as cloud computing in Google Drive and navigating social media platforms.
Examples of more advanced technical skills that a job might require include
programming languages, technical writing, or data analysis. 

Unlike workplace skills, also called soft skills, such as communication and time
management, technical skills often require specific education and training to
acquire. 
Technical skills examples
Technical skills, sometimes referred to as hard skills, involve the practical
knowledge you use in order to complete tasks. Some examples of technical skills
are:
 Data analysis
 Web development
 Computer programming languages
 Financial management
 Bookkeeping
 UX design
 Graphic design
 Writing
 Cooking

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