Remember, these documents create your first impression and should convince the reader that you are worth getting to know better in an interview. You need to be able to translate your skills and attributes into benefits for the employer. You must be able to verbalize why your strengths are of value to this specific employer. Do not expect your past experience to speak for itself. The first four minutes of the interview are crucial.
Employers make up their mind about candidates very early.
Your handshake must be firm and confident, your gaze steady, your appearance impeccable and your confidence apparent. Think of at least three main points you want to make. Use concrete and clear examples that demonstrate these strengths. Focus on these identified strengths during the interview and present them with conviction and enthusiasm. Remember that the interviewer must be able to see and hear the enthusiasm that you wish to portray.