"The act of posting résumés online hasn't gotten any harder," says Veronica McCoy, director of sales operations for DiversityInc's Career Center, which houses more than 16,000 jobs.

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Here are four ways to make an impression with your online résumé:

1. Post to Diversity-Related Organizational Web Sites

Although most people know to put their résumé on career and company job boards, many overlook organizations such as the National Black MBA Association and the National Society of Hispanic MBAs. But the most progressive companies will often scout for potential candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups by partnering with groups such as these. What's more, if you post to organizations such as the HBCU Connect and COSD (Career Opportunities for Students with Disabilities) job boards, you're bound to get calls back from companies committed in diversity and whose values are aligned with your own.

2. Use Diversity-Specific Keywords

Millions of people have résumés posted online. Unfortunately, that means the competition is that much stiffer. How can you stand out?

Use specific keywords in your document. For example, the most-searched words on DiversityInc's job board are "diversity" and "manager." This not only will ensure that your résumé comes to the top when recruiters search the site but it also communicates your values.

 "Applicants have to make sure they're using the right keywords to get noticed and are updating their résumé frequently," says McCoy.

3. Post to Social Networks

Social-networking sites, such as LinkedIn and Jobster, allow recruiters to search for candidates based on job experience. These sites can also be great tools to let your contacts know you're in the job market, are looking to change careers or simply have updated your résumé.

4. Create a Video Résumé

Want to really stand out from the crowd? Make a video résumé to display your technical abilities, communication skills and more to potential employers.

"Video résumés also are great for showcasing collateral material like articles and videos in which you're featured," says Carolynn Johnson, vice president of business development at DiversityInc.

Plus, because recruiters are looking at you, it may also remove the discomfort that comes with having to explain your ability or race. 

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