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Browse action verbs →Learn how ATS systems scan resumes and what formatting, keywords, and structure gets you through.
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Analyze your resume →Generic power words aren't enough. Get action verbs specific to your industry and role.
Action verbs are strong, specific verbs that start your bullet points — like 'Led', 'Engineered', 'Reduced', 'Launched'. They replace weak phrases like 'Responsible for' and make achievements sound more impactful.
Every bullet point in your experience section should start with a different action verb. For a resume with 12 bullets, use 12 different verbs. Variety signals range and avoids repetition.
ATS systems don't inherently prefer action verbs — they match keywords from the job description. Use action verbs that mirror the language of the job posting to improve your keyword match score.