“Say it once and say it well”

How plain language can rev up your resume.

In this December 23, 2023, Center for Plain Language blog post, I share five easy steps to rev up your resume with plain language.

“…Career transition expert Sheila Murphy of FlexProfessionalsLLC emphasizes, “A well-written and well-organized resume (and cover letter) tells me a lot about a person’s professionalism, writing skills, attention to detail, and motivation.” She adds, “On average, the hiring manager reading your resume spends 20 seconds (or less) scanning the first page before they decide what to do with it. I advise candidates to ‘say it once and say it well’ using concise language and strong action verbs.”