Did you just finish a busy holiday season or a short-term project? That is great news! Every job you do through Core Personnel gives you more than just a paycheck. It also gives you new skills that can help you get an even better job later.

Many people think a "temporary" job doesn't belong on a resume. That is not true! Companies love to see that you are hard-working and can learn fast. Here is how to use your recent work to build a powerful resume.

1. Focus on the Skills You Learned

Even if a job only lasted a few weeks, you learned things that bosses want to see. Think about what you did every day.

• Reliability: If you showed up on time every day, that is a skill. You can write: "Maintained a perfect attendance record during the busy holiday rush".
• Speed and Accuracy: Did you have to pack boxes or move items quickly? You can write: "Processed orders fast while making sure every package was correct".
• Teamwork: Most jobs require working with others. You can write: "Worked with a team to set up large events on a tight schedule".

2. Use "Action" Words

Instead of just saying what your job was, use strong words to show what you did. Instead of saying "I worked in a warehouse," try these:

• Organized inventory to keep the warehouse clean.
• Operated machinery safely and followed all rules.
• Assisted managers with special holiday projects.

3. Show Your "Flexibility"

Working different assignments shows that you are a "pro" at starting new things. Bosses like workers who can jump into a new place and start helping right away. On your resume, list your work with Core Personnel as one main heading. Then, list the different skills you used at each place.

4. Remember the STAR Method

When you write about your work, think about a specific time you did a great job. You can use this for your resume "bullet points" too:

• S (Situation): It was the busiest week of the year.
• T (Task): We had to ship 500 orders by 5:00 PM.
• A (Action): I worked extra hard and helped my co-workers finish their tasks.
• R (Result): Every order was shipped on time with no mistakes.

Core Personnel is on Your Team!

You have already shown that you have the skills. Now, it is time to put them on paper! If you need help describing what you did at your last assignment, ask your Core Personnel recruiter. We are your coaches, and we want to see you win your next big role!