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Jobscan/Blog /Category 'Optimize Your Resume' (Page 7)

Category: Optimize Your Resume

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51 Synonyms For Developed To Use On Your Resume

Published by: Hannah Baes
March 1, 2023

Showcasing how you developed something that made your previous company or organization better in terms of performance, productivity, and profitability…

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The Best Synonyms for “Created” to Use on Your Resume

Published by: Robert Henderson, CPRW, Resume Expert
March 1, 2023

The word “created” means that you developed something new, either on your own or with a team. The ability to…

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43 Powerful Resume Synonyms for Collaborate

Published by: Hannah Baes
February 27, 2023

75% of employers consider collaboration and teamwork as critical aspects of the success of a business. Further, another survey shows…

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The Best Synonyms for “Managed” to Use on Your Resume

Published by: Robert Henderson, CPRW, Resume Expert
February 24, 2023

The word “managed” means to take control of a situation and direct it in an organized way.  Adding this ability…

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The Best Synonyms for “Assisted” to Use on Your Resume

Published by: Robert Henderson, CPRW, Resume Expert
February 21, 2023

The word “assisted” refers to any action taken to help or support someone else in completing their work.  Adding this…

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500 Synonyms for Common Resume Power Verbs

Published by: Robert Henderson, CPRW, Resume Expert
February 9, 2023

If you’re looking for the perfect word to describe your work experience and skills on your resume, you’re sure to find it on our list of 500 synonyms for the most used power verbs.

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What Jobscan Match Rate Should I Aim For?

Published by: Hannah Baes
May 13, 2022

We’re going into detail about the ideal match rate to aim for when using our resume scan tool.

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How to Write a Stay at Home Mom Resume and Get Back into the Workforce

Published by: Lise Stransky
February 9, 2021

If you decide you want to reenter the workforce after some time away, we’ll help you set up your stay at home mom resume!

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How to Write a College Student Resume: A Guide for Recent Grads

Published by: James Hu
January 26, 2021

College student resumes differ from traditional resumes in that they lean heavily upon coursework, internships, and other college-level achievements to demonstrate a candidate’s value.

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Resume Tips for Avoiding Ageism: (Part II: For New Grads and Early Career Professionals)

Published by: Kristen Fife
December 3, 2020

One of the most interesting insights from Jobscan’s Hiring Professionals Survey on Ageism was how many recruiters commented on the…

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Resume Tips for Avoiding Ageism (Part I: For Job Seekers Over 40)

Published by: Kristen Fife
November 29, 2020

Ageism is alive and well in the time of COVID-19. Many employers have had to make the difficult decision to…

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How Recruiters Really Read Your Resume

Published by: Ashley Watkins, Nationally Certified Resume Writer
March 18, 2019

Over the past few years, there’s been a lot of talk about the “6-second rule” after the Ladders showed that…

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You Don’t Need Numbers to Show Accomplishments on Your Resume

Published by: Kamara Toffolo
March 11, 2019

If you’ve recently updated your resume, you’ve probably become frustrated with trying to incorporate quantifiable accomplishments. Quantifiable accomplishments are all…

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Bad Resume Examples: 7 Cringe-Worthy Resumes (and How to Fix Them)

Published by: Hannah Craig
August 29, 2018

Reddit user u/cityoftress recently asked employers for “the funniest, craziest or weirdest thing you’ve seen on a resume.” We found…

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Military-to-Civilian Resume: How to Translate Your Service Experience

Published by: James Hu
July 23, 2018

How to write a military-to-civilian resume Military veterans transition into the corporate job market with a broad skill set and…

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FAQ: Should I Include It On My Resume?

Published by: Hannah Craig
July 11, 2018

We answered some of the most commonly asked questions about what should and shouldn’t be added to your resume. Have…

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Should You Include a Soft Skills Resume Section?

Published by: Bethany Wallace
June 18, 2018

Before focusing my business solely on soft skills solutions for companies and organizations, I offered resume writing services and worked…

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How to Write an Athletic Coaching Resume

Published by: Matt Krumrie
April 10, 2018

There are thousands of high school and college coaches who apply for coaching jobs every year. Many have experienced success…

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Executive Resumes: What Matters Most Must Appear First

Published by: Adrienne Tom, Executive Resume Writer
February 5, 2018

Savvy executives don’t beat around the bush. They want straight facts, fast. When it comes to their executive resumes, this…

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The Best Executive Resumes According to Executive Recruiters

Published by: Matt Krumrie
January 24, 2018

Like any resume, executive resumes should quickly tell a candidate’s story. But for an executive resume to stand out, it…

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