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Skills to put on your resume, by profession

Usually list 8 to 15 skills that match the job description, grouped into core skills, tools and soft skills. Put a short skills section near the top so recruiters and resume-screening software find the keywords, then back the most important ones with proof in your experience bullets.

Pick your profession for the skills recruiters in that field screen for, grouped into core skills, tools and soft skills.

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FAQ

What skills should you put on a resume?

Usually 8 to 15 that match the job description. Group them into core skills, tools and soft skills, and back the most important ones with an example in your experience section.

Yes, but make them specific to the job and show them with evidence — “explained care plans to families in Hindi and Marathi” says more than “good communication”.

A short skills section near the top helps recruiters and resume-screening software find keywords quickly. Repeat the most important ones in your experience bullets with proof.

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