Why & How to Quantify Information and Use Numbers in Your Resume

Why and How to Quantify and Use Numbers In Your Resume

Why is it important to use numbers on your resume? It’s simple. Numbers tell your potential employer where, how, and why you have succeeded. You can always make general statements. For instance, I could say “I have helped a lot of people create resumes that got them interviews and jobs.” Is that quantifiable? No, it…

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Quantifying Achievements on Your Resume

One of the easiest traps to fall into when writing your resume is simply mimicking a job description by listing the responsibilities of your past positions.  However, as soon as you write “sales representative” on your resume, any reader will assume that you understand the basics of sales.  In a crowded field, the two things…

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