Essential Resume Sections
Every professional resume should include these core sections:
1. Contact Information
Place at the top of your resume:
- Full name
- Phone number
- Professional email address
- City and state (full address not required)
- LinkedIn profile URL
- Portfolio website (if applicable)
2. Professional Summary
A 2-4 sentence overview of your career highlights:
"Results-driven Marketing Manager with 5+ years of experience driving brand awareness and lead generation. Increased website traffic by 150% through strategic content marketing initiatives."3. Work Experience
List your jobs in reverse chronological order:
- Job title
- Company name and location
- Dates of employment
- 3-5 bullet points with accomplishments
4. Education
Include your highest degree and relevant certifications.
5. Skills
List 6-10 relevant technical and soft skills.