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Action Verbs

Accelerated

Improved

Reviewed

Accomplished

Improvised

Revised

Achieved

Increased

Scheduled

Adapted

Innovated

Serviced

Administered

Initiated

Set up

Analyzed

Installed

Simplified

Approved

Instituted

Sold

Assisted

Introduced

Solved

Budgeted

Instructed

Staffed

Built

Interpreted

Started

Completed

Invented

Streamlined

Conceived

Launched

Strengthened

Conducted

Lectured

Stressed

Controlled

Led

Stretched

Converted

Maintained

Structured

Coordinated

Managed

Succeeded

Created

Mastered

Summarized

Cut

Motivated

Superseded

Delegated

Negotiated

Supervised

Delivered

Operated

Systematized

Demonstrated

Organized

Taught

Designed

Originated

Terminated

Developed

Participated

Tracked

Devised

Performed

Traded

Directed

Planned

Trained

Doubled

Pinpointed

Transferred

Earned

Presented

Transformed

Effected

Processed

Translated

Edited

Produced

Trimmed

Eliminated

Programmed

Uncovered

Established

Promoted

Unified

Evaluated

Proposed

Unraveled

Expanded

Provided

Utilized

Expedited

Purchased

Vacated

Facilitated

Recommended

Verified

Forecast

Recruited

Widened

Formulated

Redesigned

Withdrew

Founded

Reduced

Wrote

Generated

Reinforced

 

Headed

Reorganized

 

Implemented

Researched

 

Concrete Nouns and Positive Modifiers

Used with scan able résumés.

Ability

Exceptional

Qualified

Actively

Excellent

Superb

Capacity

Extensive

Resourceful

Competence

Influential

Technical

Consistent

Outstanding

Thorough

Distinctive

Pertinent

Unique

Effectiveness

Proficient

Versatile

Efficient

Proven

Vigorous

 

Lists of Phrases

Suggested by Winway Publishing, the following are suggested phrases when building a résumé.

Education

  • <Degree> degree in <field> expected <when>
  • Additional courses in <what>
  • Area of concentration: <area>
  • As a senior project, designed a <what> for <what>
  • Consistently at the top <X>% of all <which> courses
  • Coursework toward a <degree> degree in <what>
  • On Dean’s List for <X> consecutive semesters
  • Degree expected <when>
  • Earned 100% of educational expenses while working as <position>
  • Earned a <what> grade point average while working part-time and being involved in campus and community activities
  • Earned above average grades while working part-time and participating in campus activities
  • Enrolled in advanced courses in <what>
  • Enrolled in summer programs in <what>
  • Field of Study: <field> (emphasis in <what>, minor in <what>)
  • Financed studies by part-time work at <where>
  • Grade point average in major: <what>
  • Grade point average: <what> after <how many> semesters
  • Graduated Cum Laude
  • Graduated in the upper <X>% of the class
  • Graduated Summa Cum Laude
  • Maintained a <what> grade point average while working <how many> hours per week
  • Maintained a <what> grade point average
  • Major GPA: <what>; Minor GPA: <what>; Overall GPA: <what>
  • Major in <what>; GPA: <what>
  • Major in <what>; Minor in <what>
  • More than <how many> hours of company-sponsored, degree-related coursework
  • Over <how many> hours of training on <what>
  • Pursuing a degree in <what>
  • Relevant coursework included <what>
  • Served as president of <organization>
  • Significant courses included: <what>
  • Special recognition in <what>

Experience

  • Acted a liaison between <who> and <who>
  • Actively participated in <what>
  • Administered <what>, which involved <key areas>
  • Advised <whom> on <what kind of> matters
  • Applied knowledge of <what> in <what>
  • Assisted <whom> in planning and execution of <what>
  • Assisted subordinates and supervisors in identifying and resolving problems
  • Chosen as the <what>
  • Collaborated on <what>
  • Compiled, analyzed and presented <what>
  • Conducted <what>
  • Consistently met or exceeded <what> goals
  • Consulted with clients to determine their needs and priorities
  • Contributed to all aspects of <what>
  • Contributed to profitability by C what>
  • Coordinated <what> between various departments
  • Coordinated and oversaw <what>
  • Coordinated work between <who> and <who>
  • Counseled subordinates in professional, educational and personal matters
  • Created and implemented <what>
  • Created and presented <what>
  • Created and published <what>
  • Delivered oral and written presentations for <what>
  • Demonstrated consistent record of <what>
  • Demonstrated effective leadership and encouraged team concepts
  • Demonstrated effective presentation skills
  • Demonstrated skillful communication and negotiation skills
  • Designed and prepared <what>
  • Designed and presented <what> for <whom>
  • Developed a new <what> system, providing <features and benefits>
  • Developed and implemented <what>
  • Directed and managed staff of <how many> full-time employees
  • Directed, installed, operated and maintained <what>
  • Doubled <what>
  • Established a successful <what>
  • Excellent track record of <what>
  • Executed daily operations of <what>, including supervision of <who>
  • Expedited communication between upper level management and general personnel
  • Facilitated <what> by <doing what>
  • Forecasted <what> with successful analysis of <what>
  • Fostered development of personnel in managerial capacity
  • Helped in preparation of <what>
  • Helped oversee all aspects of <what> for <who or what>
  • Identified problems, diagnosed causes and determined corrective actions
  • Implemented new procedures for <what> providing <key benefits>
  • Initiated and led seminars for <whom>
  • Instituted a <what> for <whom>
  • Instructed and trained <whom>
  • Instructed new personnel in <what>
  • Interviewed and hired <who>
  • Launched <what> <with what benefits>
  • Learned all aspects of<what>
  • Maintained <what kind of> records and produced reports for <whom>
  • Maintained <what kind of> records
  • Maintained <what> providing <key benefits>
  • Maintained and operated <what> equipment
  • Maintained close personal contact with <whom>
  • Maintained high standards of excellence
  • Maintained inventory of <what>
  • Managed <what>
  • Managed a staff of <how many> <what profession> <doing what>.
  • Managed and operated a <what>.
  • Organized and manage <what> by applying experience in <what>
  • Organized and implemented <what>, resulting in <what>
  • Prepared and presented <what> at <what kind of> meetings
  • Prepared and processed more than <how many> <what> each <month>
  • Presented and expedited solutions to <what>
  • Provided direction and assistance to <whom>
  • Provided personalized service to <whom>
  • Purchased <what>, maintaining effective inventory control
  • Purchased and maintained <what>
  • Represented <who> in <what>
  • Researched and recommended <what>
  • Responded to written and telephone requests for <what>
  • Responsible for <what>
  • Restructured and improved <what>
  • Served as <function> for <organization>, including <specific tasks>
  • Sold <what> to <whom>
  • Spearheaded <what > efforts
  • Structured and maintained a <what>
  • Successfully handled <what>
  • Successfully managed a <how many>-person team <doing what>
  • Supervised <how many> employees, scheduled work hours, resolved conflicts, determined salaries
  • Supervised and managed <what> for a <what kind
  • Trained <who> in <doing what>
  • Trained and managed <how many> <what> and achieved significant improvements in their productivity
  • Was instrumental in <what>
  • Wrote, designed and produced <what>

Qualifications

  • <How many> years experience as a <what>
  • <How many> years of progressive experience and responsibility with documented success in the areas of <what> at various organizational levels
  • <How many> years progressive <what> experience
  • <How many> years proven record of accomplishments in <what>
  • <How many> years successful experience in a <what> setting
  • <Title> with extensive experience in <what>
  • A <what> wit more than <how many> years in <what>
  • A good morale builder
  • A hands-on professional with a proven record of success
  • Able to communicate and interact effectively wit individuals of all levels
  • Able to handle multiple projects concurrently
  • An experienced team player, bringing enthusiasm and ener2y into group efforts
  • Articulate and creative, offering innovative and practical solutions
  • Assertive, self-motivated, goal-oriented, organized and efficient
  • Able to work with others toward a team goal
  • Able to direct and lead others to produce desired results
  • Able to coordinate all multifaceted tasks involved in <what>
  • Able to create a workable schedule to meet deadlines efficiently
  • Able to develop and implement new systems when necessary
  • Able to develop new ideas and processes
  • Able to follow directions
  • Able to please customers under all circumstances
  • Able to recognize client needs, and meet them
  • Able to serve as an agent for others, and trusted to speak on their behalf to accomplish desired results
  • Able to translate ideas into concrete written or visual form to share with others
  • Able to visualize solutions to bring about changes
  • Able to work independently
  • Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Achieved consistent client satisfaction
  • Adept at both oral and written communication, interact effectively with individuals of all levels
  • Articulate and creative, offering innovative and practical solutions
  • Bring enthusiasm to team projects and encourage others to develop workable ideas.
  • Broad experience as <what>
  • Can easily break a large project down into smaller pieces, prioritize goals, work under short deadlines without sacrificing creativity
  • Can work within a set budget and meet or exceed expectations
  • Capable of handling multiple projects concurrently
  • Cheerful personality
  • Committed to assisting others
  • Computer literate - can quickly learn new software
  • Consistently successful in <what>
  • Creative writing skills
  • Dedicated and meticulous
  • Demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients
  • Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail and ability to work well in team environment
  • Demonstrated effective leadership skills
  • Demonstrated record of high performance standards, including attention to schedules, deadlines, budgets and quality work
  • Demonstrates competence and poise in professional and social settings
  • Dependable - can work without supervision
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Effective interaction with <who> and <who>
  • Efficient and courteous
  • Enjoy working with people
  • Excel at directing a cohesive staff in the successful attainment of objectives
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Exercise initiative, achievement and independent judgment
  • Expert <what> with over <how many> years hands-on experience
  • Expert technical knowledge of <what>
  • Expertise in <area> and <area>
  • Extensive <what area³ experience
  • Extensive experience in <what>
  • Familiar with <what>, <what>, what> and <what>
  • Familiar with <computer software>
  • Fluent in <what language>
  • Friendly - can get along well with others
  • Highly imaginative with many innovative ideas
  • Honest, friendly, outstanding communication skills
  • Knowledgeable and experienced in all phases of <what>
  • Major strengths in planning, problem solving and communication
  • More than <how many> years hands-on experience in <what>
  • Organized and efficient
  • Over <how many> years experience in <what>
  • Particular areas of expertise include <what>
  • Pleasant speaking voice
  • Professional demeanor
  • Proficient in all facets of <what>
  • Proficient in the use of various software packages including <what>
  • Proven record of working within a budget
  • Quickly learn procedures and methods
  • Received <what> award for <what>
  • Scheduled <what> for <whom>
  • Self-motivated and assertive
  • Self-starting, goal-oriented strategist whose confidence, perseverance and vision promote success
  • Skilled at encouraging others and developing rapport
  • Skilled at organizing complex projects, defining project priorities, and delegating tasks
  • Skilled in <what>
  • Skilled with computer systems and software
  • Speak <what languages> <how well>
  • Strong background in all phases of <what>
  • Strong training skills
  • Talented in <what>
  • Thorough understanding of <what>
  • Trained in all areas of <what>
  • Well-organized and efficient
  • Work well in a high-pressure environment
  • Working knowledge of <what>

 

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