Here's how you can juggle multiple resumes without burning out.

To effectively manage multiple resumes: Prioritize and organize job openings. Customize each resume to highlight relevant skills. Maintain a consistent format for professional presentation. Limit active applications to give each resume proper attention. Set realistic goals to prevent burnout. Leverage templates, builders, and tools for efficiency. Utilize LinkedIn and networking for job opportunities. Practice self-care to recharge and maintain a positive mindset. Seek feedback from mentors or professionals to improve applications. Adopt a patient and persistent approach to job searching. Incorporate mindfulness and gratitude practices to reduce stress. Delegate or outsource tasks to professionals if possible.

I don't necessarily agree with having multiple resumes (particularly as someone who sources candidates of all levels), I often find all of the different resume versions for the same person in my search; and instead of it revealing multiple incredible skillsets, it reveals instead-that this person has no idea what they want to do with their career. Which is unfortunately a red flag (maybe not for temporary contract work but for permanent placement where the company likes to grow people for years, this is not a fit). You can certainly adjust your summary towards the job you are applying to (similarly to adding a cover letter for a specific role or company) but you should be able to showcase multiple areas of expertise in a single doc.

Tailor your resume header to the role that you are applying to. For example, if you have a background in an industry where your skills can allow for different titles, it might make sense to have your Name, (Job Title) at the top, and then 3-5 career summary points right below for the hiring manager to review quickly. Most managers just skim until they see the highlights. Having tailored job titles on your resumes will allow them to have a firm understanding that you are highly interested in the same job you are applying to and that it fits your candidate profile.

Using AI and cutting-edge tech is great. Honestly, it is the future. However... AI can be SOO incredibly dry. Use the AI tools for proofreading, revision, etc. but if you use a generic prompt, your resume will sound so dry. I typically will have my candidates fix typos on their resume without disqualifying them, but AI can scan your resume and point out your typos or sentence structure very quickly and that can save you so much time! Job searching does not have to be a 40-hour job either, so leverage tools to save you time in your job search!

Time blocking can be so important! I stress to candidates that 60 to 90 minutes a day is more than enough. First 30 minutes researching, 5 to 7 jobs you like the most; the next 30 minutes should be applying to those jobs; the last 30 (if you have time) connect with the TA Team or hiring managers posting those jobs, then send them LinkedIn requests. Any more time, then you can get very overwhelmed. Bonus point: Have an activity tracker and put down the person you connect with from that company... then follow up, follow up, follow up!

Best advice tip... find your dozen dream companies you'd like to work for. Go to their LinkedIn page, then hit the "bell" icon at the top, and then sit back until you see a post. As a recruiter, when I post a job, I usually find a good match with the first 10-15 candidates. By doing this practice, you'll be one of the first groups of candidates who have the highest chance of getting selected for an interview.

Yes, reflect often! Just finish up a major project (add it to your resume), do something truly impactful (add it)... think of your resume as a 'living document' and remember that this document is your marketing tool for your future! Where do you want this document to take you next? As long as your resume is showcasing your IMPACT and the value you add, and not a rattled off list of a boring job description... you'll have headhunters and recruiters reaching out to you. It really is in the details, and reflecting throughout the year on major events and impacts in your work is key to showcasing the value you would be adding to the next organization.