1. Avoid using the same resume for every job
- Target your resume for each job you apply to by reading the job description to know which relevant experience and keywords to use
2. Use a resume template
- Resume templates are often free and help you save time by taking care of your resume formatting and layout for you. Additionally, they make your application look more polished and professional
3. Quantify your work experience
- Use hard numbers when including accomplishments on your resume to give hiring managers a clear idea of how you contributed to your previous company
4. Make your resume ATS-friendly
- Learning how to write an ATS-friendly resume is a great way to make sure the hiring manager views your resume. Many employers use ATS software to scan your resume for specific keywords to determine if you’re qualified for the job. If the software doesn’t find those keywords, your resume may be automatically discarded
5. Keep your resume at one page
- Hiring managers are busy. Condensing all your qualifications to one concise page makes it easy for employers to quickly see everything you have to offer
6. Start each bullet point with a verb
- Instead of saying you were “responsible” for something, start each of your experience bullet points with an action verb. Action verbs frame your experience with clear examples of what you’ve accomplished and make a stronger impression on employers.
