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Resume and Work History Writing Guide - TSV
Writing resumes and work history documents is a crucial element in job hunting that creates the first impression with hiring managers. This guide explains how to fill in basic information, write education and work history sections, three formats for work history documents (chronological, reverse chronological, and functional), and tips for increasing pass rates (using numbers for achievements, STAR method, writing professional summaries, etc.). As the 2025 latest edition, it also introduces trends in digital creation and how to utilize templates.
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01 basic-info How to Write Basic Information Key points for filling in the basic information section of a resume. Resume
02 education-work-history Education and Work History Section How to list education and work history in chronological order. Resume
03 chronological-format Chronological Format A format that lists career history from past to present in chronological order. Work History
04 reverse-chronological-format Reverse Chronological Format A format that lists work history starting from the most recent. Work History
05 functional-format Functional (Career) Format A format that groups work by job function or field. Work History
06 professional-summary Professional Summary A 3-5 line summary written at the beginning. Work History
07 company-overview Company Overview A section for listing company information. Work History
08 achievements-with-numbers Quantified Achievements A writing style that shows achievements with specific numbers. Work History
09 star-method STAR Method A method for writing achievements using Situation, Task, Action, and Result. Work History
10 skills-section Applicable Experience, Knowledge, and Skills A section for listing skills directly related to the job. Work History
11 self-promotion Self-Promotion A section for appealing your strengths. Work History
12 formatting-tips Formatting Tips Key points for creating a readable layout. Common