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December 9, 2011 By Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter, Master Resume Writer 5 Comments

Does Your Resume Express Your Intensity?

By Robert P. Poindexter

When Pope Julius II decided the Sistine Chapel needed something a bit more inspirational for the ceiling than the gold stars that adorned the mostly blue ‘canvas,’ he sought out the person he felt would most passionately immerse himself in the challenge. Anyone over the age of six knows whom he chose.

It was Michelangelo’s passion for creating art that guided his eyes and his hands. Five hundred years later (give or take an hour), his passion still inspires those who view his work.

I love the word, ‘passion,’ The imagery the use of this word conjures up in one’s imagination has few equals.

It’s hard to imagine someone involved in a passionate act without seeing a superhuman quality that seems to embody every fiber of their being.

Webster’s dictionary defines ‘Passion’ as a ‘great liking’ or ‘intense emotion.’

Anyone who has witnessed passion for themselves would likely agree that this definition fails to adequately express the depth and the strength of true passion.

I submit that without passion very few, if any, of the accomplishments that we hold in esteem and reverence would have ever been seen to fruition.

Passion has been responsible for building great societies, bringing into being the tools and luxuries we use every day that enhance our lives, and it is directly responsible for the existence of each and every creature on this planet today.

It is both hard to describe and easy to understand. It can be reckless and focused. It can be felt in the still of a sunrise and on the battlefield (actual or metaphorical).

Passion creates a thirst that demands to be quenched, and is hard to completely satiate.

Does your resume properly express your passion? Does it evoke passion in the reader?

If your answer to these questions is a resounding, ‘No,’ I urge you to reach out to a career professional who will give indisputable evidence of your career ‘passion.’

And as far as the Sistine Chapel is concerned, I like to think the Pope knew something about evoking passion by having Michelangelo paint the ceiling instead of the floor.

Filed Under: Career Passion, executive resumes, Resume Branding, Robert Poindexter Tagged With: branded resume, career advice, career documents, Career Passion, professional resume writer, Resume Story, unique value propositions

Comments

  1. Barb Poole says

    December 9, 2011 at 8:00 am

    I love this post! To have that passion shine through in a resume (or other branding) is so key, yet so often underdone or missing completely. Yes, what if it had been the floor?!:)

    Reply
    • Rob Poindexter says

      December 9, 2011 at 8:03 am

      Thanks, Barb. That was indeed my point, and I had to smile when I saw that you got my meaning in that last sentence. Thank you so much for the kind words.
      Cheers
      Rob

      Reply
  2. DorleeM says

    December 9, 2011 at 8:01 am

    Rob,

    Wow – I think you just set the bar for an excellent resume much higher than even most professional resume writers consider…

    That said, I love this new standard – to make your resume give indisputable evidence of your career ‘passion.’

    If you and Jacqui succeed in doing this with every person who walks through your door, you most definitely distinguish your clients from all others out there looking for work!

    Reply
    • Rob Poindexter says

      December 9, 2011 at 8:04 am

      Thank you so much Dorlee for taking a moment to share such a great comment.

      I must give credit, however, to Jacqui for the ‘bar’ setting.

      Her passion for what she does never ceases to amaze me.

      Cheers
      Rob

      Reply
  3. Chris Cavanuagh says

    December 11, 2011 at 8:58 am

    NO! My husband’s resume does not. How can I best help him?

    Reply

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