Action Verbs For Resumes

How to Use Action Verbs to Increase the Readability of YOUR Resume

Resumes are written in the first person singular with the “I” assumed, so use the proper form of the verb.

Start every sentence in your summary with an action verb.

Start every accomplishment bullet with an action verb.

Use as many action verbs everywhere in your resume that you possible can.

Never use the passive voice in a resume.

Remove the word “responsible” from your resume – all it does is bury an action verb and make your resume less impressive.

Use this list to prompt you to remember even more success stories.