Translating Your Life to Your Resume
How to turn your hobbies, chores, and activities into professional experience. Don't just list what you did—list how well you did it! Did you never miss a practice? Did you manage three kids at once? Use numbers whenever possible.
The Resume Power Verb Word Bank
Replace overused words like "helped," "did," or "was in charge of" with these high-impact actions.
How to build a winning resume when you haven't had a "real job" yet.
Is your email address professional? (e.g., john.doe@email.com vs gamerguy123@email.com)
Did you use a standard, readable font (Arial, Calibri)?
Is it exactly one page?
Did you spell-check the name of the company you are talking to?