Key Resume Words and Phrases (Added 1/05)
The following phrases and words may help with organizing your resume statements. They convey involvement and accomplishments and make your resume more readable and effective.
Interaction with...
Acted as liaison for/between...
Established...
Formulated...
Edited...
Handled...
Initiated...
Implemented...
Managed...
Assigned territory consisting of...
Maintained...
Promoted to/from...
Instrumental in...
Recipient of...
Remained as...
Innovation resulted in...
Honored as...
...amounting to a total savings of...
Recommendations accepted by...
Administered...
Adept at...
Analyzed/Assessed...
Assisted with...
Arranged...
Coordinated...
Counseled...
Delegated...
Conducted...
Directed...
Demonstrated...
Developed...
Advised...
Consulted...
Delivered...
Budgeted...
Drafted...
Evaluated...
Gathered...
Installed...
Improved...
Instructed...
Investigated...
Negotiated...
Organized...
Planned...
Performed...
Presented...
Recommended...
Proven track record in...
Experience involved/included...
More than [ ] years experience...
Expertise and demonstrated skills...
Successful in/at...
Experienced in all facets/phases...
Knowledge of/experienced as...
Extensive training/involvement...
Initially employed...
Specialize in...
Proficient/competent at...
Temporarily assigned to...
Sales quota accountability...
Reported directly to...
Served/Operated as...
In charge of...
Direct/Indirect control...
Familiar with...
Assigned to...
Contracted/Subcontracted...
Provided technical assistance...
Acted/Functioned as...
...on an ongoing/regular basis...
...to ensure maximum/optimum...
Worked closely with...
Resulted in...
Accomplished...
Additional Resume Categories
To add relevant information to your resume that focuses on special knowledge or skills, consider the following resume headings:
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
TECHNICAL SKILLS
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
ASSETS
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
EDUCATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
HONORS
TRAVEL
LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
SCHOLARSHIPS
LANGUAGES
INTERESTS
SKILLS
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
PRESENTATIONS
PUBLICATIONS
REFERENCES
TRAINING
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
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