This Is How Your Resume Should Be

Your résumé is often the first impression you make on a recruiter or employer—it’s your ticket to the interview. But with recruiters spending only a few seconds scanning each résumé, it’s critical to make yours clear, professional, and impactful. At TechComi, we believe your résumé should highlight your value, not just list your jobs. Here’s how your résumé should be: 

1. Keep It Clear and Simple

Use a clean, professional layout with consistent fonts and spacing. Avoid flashy designs unless you’re in a creative field. A résumé should be easy to read at a glance. 

2. Start With a Strong Summary

Open with 2–3 lines that describe who you are, your expertise, and your career goals. Example: “IT professional with 7+ years of experience in cloud solutions and cybersecurity, helping businesses scale securely.” 

3. Highlight Achievements, Not Just Tasks

Under each role, focus on measurable results. Instead of “Responsible for managing a team,” write “Led a team of 10, increasing project delivery speed by 25%.” Numbers make your impact clear. 

4. Tailor It for Each Role

Don’t send the same résumé everywhere. Customize it for the specific job by using relevant keywords and highlighting the skills that matter most. 

5. Showcase Key Skills

Create a dedicated “Skills” section. Include both technical and soft skills—things like Cloud Architecture, Azure DevOps, Project Management, Leadership. Recruiters often scan this first. 

6. Keep It Concise

Ideally, your résumé should be 1 page if you’re early in your career, and no more than 2 pages if you have extensive experience. Trim out old or irrelevant details. 

7. Use Action Verbs

Start bullet points with powerful verbs like led, implemented, developed, improved, designed. It makes your résumé more dynamic and impactful. 

8. Include Certifications & Training

If you’ve earned certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, PMP, AWS Certified), list them prominently. They give you a competitive edge. 

9. Format for ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems)

Most companies use software to scan résumés. Use standard section headings like “Experience” and “Education.” Avoid images, tables, or unusual fonts that might confuse ATS. 

10. Keep It Updated

Your résumé is a living document. Update it every few months with new skills, certifications, or achievements. 

Final Word 

This is how your résumé should be: clean, focused, and results-driven. Remember, your résumé isn’t just a record of your past—it’s a marketing tool for your future. At TechComi, we encourage professionals to craft résumés that tell their story, highlight their strengths, and open doors to new opportunities.