18 Résumé Refresh Tips From HR For 2023

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Your résumé doesn’t need to be aesthetic — clear and simple is always best.

Daniel Space: A résumé is a perfect example of function over form. People get scammed and misled paying hundreds, if not thousands, for these beautifully designed résumés, but really, a basic, boring résumé that is easy to read and clear is the best thing to do. 

Make four clear sections (Contact Info, Prof Experience, Skills, Education) use Times New Roman or Arial, keep it black and white, give the reader natural eye-breaks and keep it sterile. If you are in a creative profession, link to your portfolio info. 

Erin McGoff: I personally love a functional résumé for a highly skilled person. Going from the top of the page to the bottom, start with your name, contact info, a two to three sentence professional summary, a short, bullet list of your relevant hard/soft skills, three to four examples of relevant experience, and your education at the bottom. This format works for most people.