Most people think writing up the experience section of your resume is pretty easy. After all, it’s just a list of your key duties… right!?
Listing your duties is a great starting point, but resumes that stand out from the rest use their experience section to tell a story rather than just providing a check list. Consider the following examples:
Example 1 |
Example 2 |
– Answer phone calls |
– Answered 20 client phone calls per day |
– Document preparation |
– Formatted 5 documents per week |
– Manage junior staff |
– Trained and supervised 10 junior staff |
See the difference? It may not look like a big change, but quantifying your experience is one of the best ways to demonstrate your competency, showcase your past success and prove your suitability for your new role.
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