Resume Headline and Title: Write One Line That Makes Your Target Role Obvious

Resume Headline

Your resume headline is the first line recruiters read. It must make your target role obvious in under 2 seconds. Use a simple formula: [Target Role] + [Specialization or Proof Hint] + [Scope Cue]. Choose from 4 headline patterns: role-first, proof-hint, scope-limited, or pivot headline depending on your situation. A weak headline loses the reader … Read more