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Resume Guide

How to Write a Resume — The Complete Guide

A great resume is not a list of jobs — it's a marketing document. This guide walks you through every section, what to include, what to leave out, and how to phrase it for maximum impact.

1. Start with the right structure

Recruiters spend an average of 7 seconds on the first scan. Make sure they find what they need: your title, recent role, and top achievements above the fold.

  • Header with name + role + contact
  • 2–4 line professional summary
  • Reverse-chronological experience
  • Education and certifications
  • Skills

2. Write achievement-driven bullets

Every bullet should follow the formula: Action verb + What you did + Measurable result. Avoid responsibilities; focus on outcomes.

  • Use strong verbs: Led, Built, Reduced, Launched
  • Quantify with numbers, percentages, or dollar amounts
  • Limit to 4–6 bullets per role

3. Tailor for every application

Generic resumes get generic results. Adjust your summary, top 3 bullets, and skills section to mirror the language in each job description.

4. Proofread ruthlessly

Typos kill credibility. Read your resume out loud, run it through a spell checker, and ask a friend in your industry to review before submitting.

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