If your resume bullet points start with "Helped with" or "Responsible for," you are actively hurting your chances of getting hired. Recruiters and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) scan for impact, not just duties.
What are Action Verbs?
Action verbs are strong, descriptive words that immediately convey leadership and achievement. Instead of saying you "worked on a team," say you "Collaborated," "Spearheaded," or "Orchestrated."
Verbs You Should Be Using
For Leadership: Directed, Executed, Guided, Mentored
For Problem Solving: Resolved, Optimized, Overhauled, Streamlined
For Results: Generated, Maximized, Outpaced, Surpassed
How to Check Your Verbs
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