How to write an executive resume that sells your value

The expectations for executive resumes have fundamentally changed. Today, the goal of your resume isn't just to land you an interview. It's to establish you as the obvious choice for senior leadership roles. Let’s break down what really makes a resume stand out today: 𝟭. 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 Focus on pivotal moments where your decisions changed everything. Highlight turnarounds, market expansions, and transformations that happened because you were in the room making critical calls. 𝟮. 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲-𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 Every achievement should answer three questions: • What changed? • By how much? • In what timeframe? This demonstrates both the depth of your expertise and breadth of impact. 𝟯. 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Your summary shouldn't list strengths. It should declare your strategic value proposition. ❌"Transformational leader with 20 years of experience" is background noise. ✅ "Architect of three successful $1M+ turnarounds in manufacturing, with proven ability to restore profitability in 18-24 months while preserving workforce stability" is positioning. Remember: Your resume is no longer a career document. It's a strategic positioning statement that answers one question: "Why is this person the only logical choice?" #Executiveresume #Leadershipcareers #Resumestrategy #Resumetrends

During my resume review, with a Recuiter, they noted that I come across as an “IT Jack of all trades, master of which part? It caused some tension on their part because they were trying to fit me in a box (what’s your expertise) and there was no box to check. I smiled (heard this before) because it’s half true. In IT, especially in service delivery and infrastructure, you have to be fluent across disciplines. You can’t stabilize what you don’t understand. You can’t drive delivery if you only see one side of the system. I’ve spent years connecting those dots between engineers, executives, process, and people. My job has never been to master one part of the flow. It’s been to master the integration, understand (not know) each person’s part so that when I am working the plan, I can see ahead, the potential. Because mastery isn’t just depth anymore it’s coherence. #Leadership #ServiceDelivery #Infrastructure #CareerReflection #EmotionalIntelligence #SystemsThinking

🚨 Before you apply for another role — read this! I receive thousands of CVs every week, and here’s the truth… Many never even get seen. Not because the person isn’t qualified. Not because the experience isn’t impressive. But because the CV simply isn’t working for them. ❌ Too long ❌ Not ATS-compliant ❌ Buried in unnecessary detail Hiring managers cant spend hours figuring out your experience so your CV has SECONDS to make impact. ✅ Keep it sharp ✅ Keep it relevant ✅ Keep it to two pages Your CV isn’t your life story — it’s your ticket to a conversation. So before you hit “apply” again, double-check yours. And if it needs a refresh, reach out to me. I’ll help you get it right. #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #CVTips #ExecutiveSearch #Leadership #CareerTransition #NTSGroup

Sometimes, a resume stands out for unexpected reasons. One candidate's application, riddled with typos and questionable branding, surprisingly caught the eye of a hiring manager. They saw past the imperfections, recognizing a unique quality: "raw hustle energy." It's a reminder that unconventional approaches and sheer determination can sometimes outweigh polished presentation. What unique strengths are you bringing to the table? #hustle #resume #careers #leadership #innovation

𝗧𝗵𝗲 “𝗼𝗻𝗲-𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲” 𝗿𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱. That rule was made for entry-level candidates — not executives with 20+ years of experience. If you’ve led teams, driven revenue, or managed large-scale initiatives, you’ve earned the space to tell that story. A well-structured two-page resume isn’t “too long.” It’s strategic real estate — used to show depth, leadership, and measurable impact. Ladders actually inspired me to rethink this old-school rule. What really matters isn’t page count — it’s 𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙚𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙫𝙖𝙡𝙪𝙚. So if your experience truly spans decades, don’t shrink it. Own it. 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩’𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 — 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙚 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙙𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 “𝙤𝙣𝙚-𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙚-𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮” 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙨𝙚𝙩? And follow me Emily Armstrong-Jones for more insights. #CareerAdvice #ResumeTips #ExecutiveCareer

🚀 The Resume That Lied (But in the Best Way) I once interviewed a candidate whose resume looked… ordinary. Safe. Predictable. Nothing that jumped out. But in our conversation? A whole different story was revealed. ✨ They had led projects under extreme pressure. ✨ Solved crises with creativity. ✨ Built teams that thrived against the odds. None of that was on their resume. That day, I realized: 👉 A resume tells your story in black and white. But people live in color. As HR professionals, recruiters, and leaders—it’s not enough to just “screen.” We have to see. See the person behind the paper. The story behind the bullet points. 💡Because the best talent often hides in plain sight. 👉 To job seekers: Don’t let your resume be the only storyteller. 👉 To hiring managers: Ask questions that uncover the story, not just the skills. ✨ Question for you: What’s the most surprising thing you’ve learned about a candidate during an interview? Because sometimes the best hires aren’t found on paper—they’re found in a simple conversation. #HR #Recruitment #Hiring #TalentAcquisition #CareerDevelopment #Leadership #PeopleFirst #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceCulture #HumanResources

💡 The Resume Reality Check: Why good people get overlooked And what to do about it. I just finished reviewing 200+ resumes for three different roles. Some strong, some rushed — and far too many that never had a chance. Not because the experience wasn’t there. But because the story wasn’t clear. ✨ Generic summaries ✨ Long lists of duties ✨ No real connection to the role or the business That’s the gap. It’s what makes brilliant people miss the mark — quietly. Here’s what to do instead: • 𝗧𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲. Start with the job description. Speak its language. • 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝗜 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁, not rewrite your past.    (𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 — 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘰𝘭𝘥.) • 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀. Show how what you did changed something. I know it takes more effort. But it’s also what makes the difference. Because while AI might scan first, someone like me reads it next. And we’re both asking the same question: Do you know your own value well enough to tell it clearly? Make that your commitment — every time you apply. And don’t let your next opportunity get lost on the cutting room floor. #LakeEffect #CareerTips #ResumeTips #JobSearch #PersonalBrand #LeadershipWithHeart #AIandCareers #FutureOfWork

"Resumes Don’t Reveal the Whole Story" A polished CV can list achievements and skills—but it can’t show: 🗣️ How someone communicates when a project is on fire 💡 How they solve problems under pressure 🤝 How they collaborate when stakes are high That’s why smart hiring goes beyond the “perfect paper.” Interviews, practical tasks, and real conversations uncover what a resume never will—character, resilience, and adaptability. Hire for potential and people skills, not just bullet points. AITA Consulting Services Inc. #Hiring #Recruitment #Leadership #SoftSkills #CareerGrowth

I was recently told that muscles hurt when they’re growing. So it got me thinking that growth in your career feels exactly the same. Because real progress often looks like discomfort: rewriting your resume for the fifth time, preparing for an interview that pushes you outside your comfort zone, or taking feedback that stings a little but sticks. The same applies when I’m helping candidates with their resumes. Growth isn’t just adding another job title or polishing bullet points, it’s clarity. It’s being honest about what you’ve achieved, what you’ve learned, and what you want next. It’s removing the fluff and finding the substance. If your resume feels hard to write, that’s a good sign. It means you’re reflecting, not just listing. That’s where growth happens, in the edits, the rewrites, and sometimes the self-doubt. So if it feels uncomfortable, keep going. Your muscles and your career are growing. Thanks Alex Taylor for the quote! Talent Consultant Group - Education and Hospitality Daniel Newberry Edwina Cattanach Jeanne Christine Espin #CareerGrowth #Recruitment #ResumeTips #Leadership #PeopleMatter

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝗿𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀. If your resume still reads like a job description or ends with “References available upon request,” it’s time for an upgrade. The hiring game has evolved — and so should your story. ✅ Lead with results, not responsibilities. ✅ Ditch outdated lines that add zero value. ✅ Showcase your brand, not buzzwords. Your next opportunity isn’t hiding in old resume rules — it’s waiting for a better strategy. #CareerGrowth #JobSearch #ResumeTips #TheLadders #ExecutiveCareers #Leadership #CareerAdvice