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How Do I Write a Resume?
2. Write
- Choose your words carefully. Use a variety of action verbs.
- Make your writing as powerful and as compelling as possible. Don't
write complete sentences, just phrases. Begin each phrase with the action
verb. Don't be wordy! Be factual.
- Highlight your responsibilities and what you specifically
accomplished. It is useful to use numbers to illustrate your achievements,
e.g. "increased membership by 15%," or "supervised 50 residence hall
students."
- Avoid subjective adjectives like "designed excellent pamphlets," or
"wrote outstanding program." Employers will make their own evaluations.
- Employers appreciate clarity and brevity. Aim for a tone that is
positive and enthusiastic, a style that is succinct and to the point.
« Back to Section 1. Compile | On to Section 3. Format »
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