TOP RESUME WRITERS | FREE RESUME EVIDENCE WORKSHEET
https://topresumewriters.us/resources/resume-evidence-library

Purpose:
Identify truthful, target-role-relevant evidence before writing a resume.
Use this text file offline. No form submission or account is required.
The examples on the website are fictional illustrations, NOT client results.
Never invent percentages, budgets, certifications, job titles or accomplishments.

QUICK CHECKLIST
[ ] I selected a real target vacancy.
[ ] I checked whether the responsibility genuinely describes my work.
[ ] My job title, dates, tools and authority level are accurate.
[ ] Any figures or performance claims can be backed up.
[ ] I have not revealed confidential employer, client or patient information.
[ ] I can explain my example in an interview.

REUSABLE EVIDENCE RECORD
Target role:
Employer requirement:
My actual title and work setting:
Situation or operational problem:
What I PERSONALLY did:
Relevant tools, stakeholders and responsibilities:
What was delivered or changed:
Verified measurable result (optional; leave blank if unavailable):
Qualitative result I can substantiate (optional):
Proof or example I can discuss:
Confidential details to remove:
Draft bullet (use an action, context, and supportable contribution):
Why this bullet is relevant to the target role:
Confidence check: Would I defend every word in an interview? YES / NO

COPY THIS RECORD FOR EACH DISTINCT ACHIEVEMENT.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE (FICTIONAL, NOT A CLAIM)
Target role: Project Coordinator
Employer requirement: Stakeholder follow-up and documentation
My actual title and work setting: Example Project Assistant
Situation: Approvals were not consistently tracked
What I PERSONALLY did: Maintained an approvals tracker and followed up
Relevant tools, stakeholders and responsibilities: Cross-team project tracker
What was delivered or changed: Better visibility of pending approvals
Verified measurable result: [Not provided; do not invent one]
Qualitative result: A clear status view for project owners
Proof or example I can discuss: [Would need to be real for your resume]
Draft bullet: Maintained a shared approvals tracker, followed up with workstream owners and documented outstanding decisions for project meetings.
Why relevant: Demonstrates coordination and documentation.

TIPS BY CAREER LEVEL
Early career: Use authentic coursework, volunteer work and internships with clear labels.
Midcareer: Show practical ownership, collaboration, tools and decisions.
Senior/executive: Explain operating scope and governance without inflating budgets or team size.
Career transition: Translate existing evidence rather than pretending you held the new role.

GAP CHECK
What important target requirement do I not yet have evidence for?
Can I acquire genuine evidence through training, projects or real duties?
Should I apply now or prioritize closer-fit roles?

MORE HELP
Practical guide: https://topresumewriters.us/career-advice/resume-achievements-without-inventing-numbers
Resume review: https://topresumewriters.us/complimentary-resume-review

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