Most professionals list tasks on their resume. Hiring managers want results.
Here’s a simple framework to turn everyday work into strong, impactful bullets:
The X → Y → Z Formula Achieved X by doing Y, resulting in Z.
Examples:
Weak:
- Handled customer support tickets
Strong:
- Reduced average ticket resolution time by 47% by creating a knowledge base used by the entire team
Weak:
- Updated weekly sales reports
Strong:
- Automated weekly sales reports using Excel and Google Scripts, saving 8 hours per month for the team
Quick Tips:
- Start with strong action verbs (Led, Increased, Reduced, Built, Improved…)
- Add numbers whenever possible (%, $, time saved, people impacted)
- Keep each bullet 1–2 lines max
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