In this video, I break down how to create a modern, standout resume that works in today’s AI-driven job market. Whether you’re changing careers, returning to work, or ready for your next professional chapter, this session shows you how to write a resume that reflects the next version of you, not the last. 📝 Inside this Video: The difference between chronological, functional, and combination resumes (examples shown in my Free "The Re:Purposed Resume" course) The process to make your resume both human- and AI-friendly Real talk about Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and how to beat the filter Tips for re-framing career breaks, layoffs, or pivots with confidence 💡 Want more tools and resources? Get the resume templates, job search strategies, and business start-up resources mentioned in this video inside The Re:Purposed Resume course:

To be honest, job hunting can feel like a grind. You’re putting yourself out there, rewriting your life story as bullet points, hoping someone sees what you bring to the table. Meanwhile, best case behind the scenes, a hiring manager is scrolling through a sea of resumes that all sound the same. Worst case, an AI powered software is screening the applicants. “Responsible for…” “Experienced in…” “Detail-oriented team player…” Sound familiar......................? Exactly. But here’s the good news: the difference between getting ignored and getting noticed often comes down to language. When you change the words you use to describe your work, you don’t just refresh your resume you reclaim your power. Let’s chat about how to do that. Words Carry Energy If your resume feels flat, it’s probably because you’re using the same words everyone else is. Most people stick to corporate buzzwords that sound professional but say very little. But your story deserves stronger language and words that move people. Words that show how you forged, created, led, navigated, and achieved real results. So, I’ve pulled together some tried-and-true action verbs and power words that will help you sound like the powerful, capable professional you already are not someone blending into the stack. 1. Don’t say “Responsible for…” show what you did. Everyone’s “responsible” for something. The key is showing how you made things happen. Action Verbs: Forged, Navigated, Achieved, Generated, Created, Initiated, Spearheaded, Collaborated, Implemented, Operated, Organized 2. “Organized” is fine but “Systematized” hits different. You already know you’re organized. Show how you built structure, improved flow, and kept chaos at bay. Action Verbs: Coordinated, Systematized, Structured, Methodical, Orderly, Systematic, Regimented, Streamlined, Efficient, Disciplined 3. Don’t just say you were “Trained” show what you became. Did you learn, coach, teach, or master something? That’s the difference between being trained and being transformed.