Building a Stronger Resume: 4 Tips to Help You Stand Out

Build a Stronger Resume: 4 Easy Tips to Help You Stand Out

Your resume is your first impression—it’s what gets you noticed and invited to the interview. Whether you're applying for your first job or your tenth, a few simple adjustments can make your resume shine.

At Employment Connection, we help job seekers in Tulare County build resumes that tell a powerful story. Here are four quick tips to make yours stronger today:

1. Start Each Bullet Point with a Bold Action Verb

Avoid weak or passive language. Lead with strong verbs that show employers what you did.

✅ Examples:

• Managed a team of five to deliver daily inventory updates

• Created a filing system that improved office efficiency

• Implemented a new scheduling process that reduced overtime

These verbs grab attention and communicate your value clearly.

2. Use Numbers to Show Impact

Quantifying your accomplishments gives your experience more weight.

💡 Examples:

• Increased sales by 20% over six months

• Trained 12 new employees with a 100% retention rate

• Responded to 40+ customer calls daily with a 95% satisfaction score

Employers love to see results. Even simple numbers make a big difference!

3. Keep It Clean and Easy to Read

Use clear formatting, bullet points, and consistent spacing. A clean layout makes it easy for employers to skim and understand your experience quickly.

📌 Quick formatting tips:

• Use 10–12 pt font

• Stick to one page if possible

• Use bold text for job titles and section headers

• Keep margins clean (no smaller than 0.5”)

4. Tailor Your Resume to the Job Description

One-size-fits-all doesn’t work for resumes. Read the job posting and adjust your resume to reflect the skills and experience they’re looking for.

💡 Example:
If the job mentions "customer service," make sure that phrase appears in your bullet points or summary.

Need a Second Set of Eyes? We’re Here to Help.

Bring your resume to any Employment Connection center for free feedback from one of our career coaches. We’ll help you polish your resume, highlight your strengths, and get ready to apply with confidence.

📍 Find your nearest center at [insert website link] or call today to make an appointment. Let’s build your future—starting with your resume.