Resume Writing That Gets Read

About this course

Recruiters often scan a resume in seconds, so structure, relevance and clarity matter as much as your experience. This course shows you how to tailor your resume to a role, present your achievements and format it for quick reading and applicant tracking systems. You'll finish with a resume that gets a second look.

What you will be able to do

• You'll be able to tailor a resume to a specific role and its keywords
• You'll be able to present achievements with measurable results where possible
• You'll be able to format a resume for quick scanning and clean parsing
• You'll be able to proofread and update your resume for each application

Course outline

1. Tools you'll need

   9 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quiz

   You can build a professional resume with free software, and most job boards accept common file formats.
2. How Resumes Are Scanned

   9 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quiz

   Recruiters skim first, and many employers use applicant tracking systems to sort applications. Understanding both helps you format for a human and a machine.
3. Tailoring to the Role

   9 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quiz

   A tailored resume highlights the experience most relevant to the job in front of you. Tailoring takes about 20 minutes per application and makes a real difference.
4. Achievement Statements

   9 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quiz

   Achievement statements show results, not just duties. They help recruiters see what you did and what changed because of it.
5. Formatting for Readability

   8 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quiz

   Clean formatting helps busy readers find your key information. Simple, consistent layout beats decoration every time.
6. Proofreading and Updating

   8 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quiz

   Small errors can undermine a strong resume. A structured proofreading process and regular updates keep your document accurate and credible.
7. Careers & next steps

   8 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quiz

   A strong resume is the entry point to nearly every role. These job titles often include writing and presenting information clearly.
8. Final quiz and certificate

   10 questions, pass mark 8 of 10. Pass to get your Reesby Academy certificate with a verification link.