Guide to Make a Great Résumé 

How to Make a Great Résumé

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1) Aim it at the role

Scan a few postings like this one and note repeated skills/tools. Put those keywords in your Summary, Skills, and Experience sections.

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2) Keep the format simple (ATS-friendly)

Use a clean, single-column layout with standard fonts and clear section headings. Avoid text in headers/footers or complex columns. Save as PDF unless told otherwise.

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3) Write impact bullets (not duties)

Start each bullet with a strong action verb, then say what you did and the result (numbers help).

Examples

• Led launch of customer FAQ, cutting support tickets 28% in 60 days.
• Built a 15k-row sales dashboard that reduced month-end close by 8 hours.
• Collaborated with design and ops to ship a checkout update used by 200k customers.

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4) Recommended sections (in this order)

Header — Name • City • Email • Phone • LinkedIn/Portfolio
Professional Summary — 2–3 lines tailored to the role
Skills — grouped tools, languages, and certifications
Experience — reverse-chronological; 3–6 impact bullets each
Projects (if relevant) • Education • Awards/Leadership/Volunteer

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5) Numbers and scope win interviews

Quantify where you can: % change, time saved, users served, revenue/budget, team size, performance metrics.

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6) Proof and polish

Keep margins ~0.5″–1″, body text ~10–12pt. Be consistent with bold/italics. Double-check spelling and that links work.

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Quick Checklist (before you submit)

• Top job keywords appear naturally in Summary/Skills/Experience
• Each bullet = action verb + measurable outcome
• Simple, single-column layout; saved as PDF
• Clear evidence of problem-solving, teamwork, and communication
• No typos; contact info and links correct