Resume Guide & Samples

Our comprehensive, 11-page guide to crafting a stellar resume. This is your deep-dive resource if you want to know everything there is to know about creating an effective resume that will get past the ATS screening and land you an interview!

Download for helpful formatting and content tips, ATS optimization, keywords, sample resumes, step-by-step process for writing bullet points, an active verb list, and more.

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What you’ll find inside:

  • What is an ATS (Applicant Tracking System)?
  • How ATS Resume Screening Works
  • Importance of Resume Keywords from Job Descriptions
  • ATS-Friendly Resume Formatting Tips
  • How to Tailor Your Resume for Online Applications

  • Targeting Your Resume to a Job or Industry
  • Standard Resume Sections (Header, Summary, Skills, Experience, Education)
  • Optional Resume Sections (Leadership, Volunteer, Certifications)
  • Reverse Chronological Resume Format Explained

  • How to Tailor a Resume for Each Job Application
  • Writing a Strong Resume Summary (Keyword-Rich Professional Summary)
  • Resume Writing for Recruiters (ROI-Focused Resume Strategy)
  • Writing Clear, Concise, and Scannable Resumes
  • Resume Length Guidelines (1-Page vs 2-Page Resume)
  • Resume Proofreading and Accuracy Tips

  • Professional Resume Design Tips
  • Fonts, Margins, and Spacing for Readability
  • Visual Resume Elements (Bullets, Headings, White Space)
  • Contact Information Formatting (LinkedIn, Phone, Email)

  • How to Write Resume Bullet Points with Impact
  • Action Verb + Result Resume Formula
  • Quantifying Achievements with Metrics and Data
  • Resume Keywords and Transferable Skills Integration
  • Resume Bullet Point Examples and Practice Exercises

  • What to Include on a Resume
  • What NOT to Include (Photos, Personal Info, Irrelevant Experience)
  • Resume Red Flags That Hurt ATS and Recruiter Review

  • Pros and Cons of Using AI for Resume Writing
  • How to Use ChatGPT to Improve Your Resume
  • AI Resume Writing Best Practices (60/40 Rule)
  • Avoiding Overreliance on AI-Generated Content

  • Resume Review Prompts
  • Resume Tailoring Prompts for Job Applications
  • Writing Resume Summaries with AI
  • Generating Resume Skills and Bullet Points

  • Entry-Level Resume Example (Human Services)
  • Recreation & Natural Resources Resume Sample
  • Forestry Resume Summary Example
  • Education Resume Example (Teaching)
  • Media Arts / Graphic Design Resume Sample
  • Social Work Resume Example
  • Journalism Resume Example
  • Public Health Resume Example

Resume Action Verbs by Skill Category

  • Leadership & Management Verbs
  • Communication Skills Verbs
  • Technical Skills Verbs
  • Research & Analytical Verbs
  • Teaching & Training Verbs

  • Communication Skills for Resume
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
  • Leadership and Teamwork Skills
  • Technology and Digital Skills
  • Equity, Inclusion, and Global Engagement Skills
  • Professionalism and Career Readiness Skills