Resume Action Verbs
Action verbs breathe life into your resume, illustrating your capabilities to potential employers. Start each bullet point with an action verb that highlights the skills you want to emphasize.
When you communicated
Authored, Briefed, Campaigned, Coauthored, Composed, Conveyed, Convinced, Corresponded, Counseled, Critiqued, Defined, Documented, Drafted, Edited, Illustrated, Lobbied, Outlined, Persuaded, Presented, Promoted, Publicized, Reviewed, Wrote
When you supported customers
Advised, Advocated, Coached, Consulted, Educated, Fielded, Informed, Recommended, Resolved
When you were a leader on a project or a group
Administered, Arranged, Chaired, Coordinated, Directed, Executed, Delegated, Headed, Managed, Operated, Orchestrated, Organized, Oversaw, Planned, Produced, Programmed, Spearheaded
When you helped with a project
Adapted, Aided, Answered, Arranged, Assessed, Assisted, Coached, Collaborated, Contributed, Counseled, Demonstrated, Diagnosed, Educated, Encouraged, Ensured, Expedited, Facilitated, Furthered, Guided, Helped, Insured, Motivated, Provided, Referred, Represented, Resolved, Simplified, Supplied, Supported, Volunteered
When you achieved something
Attained, Completed, Demonstrated, Finished, Earned, Exceeded, Outperformed, Overcame, Reached, Showcased, Succeeded, Surpassed, Targeted, Won
When you increased efficiency, productivity, profit, sales, revenue, or customer satisfaction
Accelerated, Achieved, Advanced, Amplified, Boosted, Capitalized, Conserved, Consolidated, Decreased, Deducted, Delivered, Enhanced, Expanded, Expedited, Furthered, Gained, Generated, Improved, Increased, Lifted, Maximized, Outpaced, Reconciled, Reduced, Saved, Stimulated, Sustained, Yielded