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5 ChatGPT Prompts for Resume Writing
Transform your resume with these AI-powered prompts that help you highlight achievements, tailor for specific jobs, and stand out.
Why Use AI for Resume Writing?
Writing a great resume is hard. You need to highlight your achievements, use the right keywords, and tailor everything to each job. ChatGPT can help you do all of this faster and better.
The Prompts
Prompt 1: Rewrite Bullet Points with Impact
Use this to transform boring job descriptions into achievement-focused bullet points.
I'm updating my resume. Here's a bullet point from my current job:
[Your current bullet point]
Rewrite this using the XYZ formula (Accomplished X, as measured by Y, by doing Z). Make it more impactful and quantify results where possible. Keep it under 2 lines.Prompt 2: Tailor Resume for Specific Job
Use this when applying to a specific position.
I'm applying for this job:
[Paste job description]
Here's my current resume:
[Paste your resume]
Identify the top 5 skills/keywords from the job description that I should emphasize. Then suggest how I can reword 3 bullet points to better match what they're looking for.Prompt 3: Generate Achievement Ideas
Use this when you're stuck and can't think of achievements.
I work as a [your job title] at a [company type]. My main responsibilities include:
[List 3-5 responsibilities]
Help me brainstorm 5 potential achievements or results I might have accomplished that I could include on my resume. Ask me clarifying questions if needed.Prompt 4: Professional Summary Generator
Create a compelling summary statement.
Write a professional summary for my resume. I am a [job title] with [X years] of experience in [industry]. My key skills are [skill 1, skill 2, skill 3]. I'm looking for roles in [target area].
Make it 3-4 sentences, confident but not arrogant, and include a measurable achievement if possible.Prompt 5: ATS Keyword Optimizer
Make sure your resume passes the applicant tracking system.
Here's a job description:
[Paste job description]
Extract all the important keywords, skills, and qualifications. Organize them into categories: Technical Skills, Soft Skills, Required Qualifications, and Nice-to-haves.