Definition
An overview that sums up 3 - 5 of your most important strengths, skills and accomplishments.
Tips
Come back to this section later. Your summary might be easier to write after you've written the rest of your resume or CV.
Consider this your introduction. Identify the main idea you want to communicate and say it here.
If you decide to use an objective statement, make sure it focuses on what you can offer an employer, not on what you want.
Keep it short and sweet. You can provide supporting detail later.
Tailor this section to match the job description. It's your chance to show you're the perfect fit.
The first section in your resume or CV. This can be a short paragraph OR a headline with 3 descriptions (see examples).