16 Resume-Boosting Terms

<section class="wp-block-reyrey-js-section"><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-column"><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Here at Reynolds and Reynolds, we cannot stress enough how important it is to have a top-notch resume. It is your first impression and needs to highlight your strengths in an organized, professional manner. Our recruiting department will carefully look over each resume submitted, and match your skills against our open positions. Having an exceptional resume is a key factor in getting a job that best matches your skill sets.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Our recruiters wanted to give applicants ideas for words to help highlight strengths and achievements. Use action words to help your previous work experiences stand out. Find a few of our favorite action words below! All definitions were taken from Dictionary.com.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">1. Achieved</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To bring to a successful end; carry through; accomplish.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">2. Adapted</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To make suitable to requirements or conditions; adjust or modify fittingly.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">3. Addressed</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Skillful and expeditious management; ready skill; dispatch.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">4. Analyzed</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To examine carefully and in detail so as to identify causes, key factors, possible results, etc.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">5. Assessed</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To estimate or judge the value, character, etc., of; evaluate.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">6. Balanced</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Being in harmonious or proper arrangement or adjustment, proportion, etc.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">7. Coordinated</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To place or arrange in proper order or position.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">8. Devised</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To contrive, plan, or elaborate; invent from existing principles or ideas.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">9. Directed</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Guided, regulated, or managed.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">10. Improved</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To bring into a more desirable or excellent condition.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">11. Maintained</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To keep in an appropriate condition, operation, or force; keep unimpaired.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">12. Operated</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To perform some process of work or treatment.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">13. Organized</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To form as or into a whole consisting of interdependent or coordinated parts, especially for united action.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">14. Prepared</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Properly expectant, organized, or equipped; ready.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">15. Represented</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To serve to express, designate, stand for, or denote, as a word, symbol, or the like does.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">16. Supported</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">To maintain (a person, family, establishment, institution, etc.) by supplying things necessary for existence; provide for.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Highlight your previous experiences and strengths by using words that make them relevant to the job position. For example, if you’re applying for a sales position, use your previous experiences to highlight your people-skills and communication abilities.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Using the right words are important, as is telling the truth. The more accurate your resume is, the easier it is for us to find a position that’s perfect for you!</div></div></section>