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Resume TOOLS of the Trade
Write it Down Resumes shouldn't consist of random information. Organize your thoughts and write them down before you sit at the computer. Your time will be utilized more efficiently.
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Resume Action Verbs
When writing any resume it is to your advantage to describe your work duties with action verbs. Brief bulleted lists that begin with action verbs emphasize your strong points. Below are sample lists of action verbs according to various job skills.
Various Skills
Achieved
Arranged
Collected
Delivered
Designed
Enforced
Increased
Maintained
Organized
Purchased
Prepared
Scheduled
Supervised |
Technical Skills
Assembled
Built
Calculated
Developed
Formed
Generated
Inspected
Installed
Maintained
Molded
Operated
Processed
Remodeled |
Sales Skills
Accomplished
Budgeted
Computed
Consulted
Demonstrated
Forecasted
Generated
Influenced
Marketed
Ordered
Produced
Projected
Sold
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Communication Skills
Addressed
Authored
Clarified
Created
Demonstrated
Drafted
Instructed
Presented
Persuaded
Proofread
Reported
Trained
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Clerical Skills
Assigned
Catalogued
Charted
Compiled
Coordinated
Distributed
Edited
Identified
Ordered
Planned
Prepared
Recorded |
Helping Skills
Assisted
Attended
Comforted
Encouraged
Facilitated
Guided
Mentored
Nursed
Reassured
Served
Supported
Tutored |
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