When building your résumé, it’s natural to detail your job responsibilities. If you stop there, you are selling yourself short. Employers don’t just want to see what you did, they want to see how you did it. Set yourself apart from other candidates by emphasizing positive outcomes.
“Cultivated funding sources” conveys functional information. “Cultivated funding sources, securing a 10% increase in the number of first-time donors over 3 years” paints a compelling picture. The proven adage, “show, don’t tell” is your best guide as you craft your résumé. How do your outcomes demonstrate your value? Be specific without overloading your résumé with data. Your résumé shouldn’t have pie charts. Focus on concise, compelling encapsulations. Reinforce your results in your cover letter, highlighting key achievements. This powerful practice will enable the hiring manager to see the value you bring to their institution.
