Video- Tips to Write a Better Resume
How recruiters really read your résumé
In this short video, a corporate recruiter explains how they scan résumés in just a few seconds and what helps a résumé stand out in a professional, clear way.
Before you watch
The speaker uses natural, fast English. You can pause, rewind, and turn on subtitles if needed. You do not need to understand every word. Focus on the main ideas.
- How much time does a recruiter spend on each résumé at first?
- What kind of layout makes it easier to scan quickly?
- Why is it important to customise your résumé for each role?
Key ideas to notice while you watch
- Willingness to improve: if your résumé is not working, change it and test again.
- Simple, ATS-friendly layout: one column, clear headings, easy-to-read font.
- Profiling, not listing: show what matches this job, not your whole life story.
- Short, clear bullets: no large blocks of text; focus on actions and results.
- Plain language: avoid internal project names and fluffy phrases like “team player”.
Optional reflection
After you watch, take a moment to think or write:
- What is one thing you already do well in your résumé?
- What is one thing you might want to change after hearing this recruiter?
You can note your ideas in your own journal or type them in a separate assignment.