The following is a collection of action verbs (keywords and adverbs included) that may be appropriate for use in your resume. These words can stand out to potential interviewers, and might just land you an interview .
There is a basic formula you can use when freshening up your resume with action and power words. This formula is:
Here are some examples on how this formula works:
| ORIGINAL | REVISED |
|---|---|
| Kept Inventory |
Itemized daily inventory of over 1,000 classifications of medical supplies |
| Provided quality customer service |
Provided quality customer service by addressing questions and acting quickly to solve problems |
| Attended meetings |
Learned about the advertising industry and met with professionals through attending weekly meetings |
