First Things First: Crafting a Resume Introduction that Gets Results

Posted by Napier Resume on 4 Jun 2025

A summary of your resume, a headline and objective are essential elements to a properly formatted resume. These are the first elements an employer will examine and must be tailored to the particular job you’re applying to. At Napier Resume, we specialize in offering resume writing services to aid you in standing out from your competitors. In this post, we’ll go over some tips for writing a resume summary, headline and objectives.

How to Write a Resume Headline

A headline for your resume is a short paragraph at the top of your resume which summarizes your experience and qualifications in an appealing and memorable way.

  1. Keep it short: A resume headline should be a short statement. Make it a couple of words or a short sentence.
  2. Use keywords: Use keywords pertinent to the position you’re applying for. This will allow your resume to be noticed by hiring managers as well as applications tracking software (ATS).
  3. You can tailor it to the position tailor your resume’s headline to match the job that you’re applying to. Highlight the abilities and experience which are relevant to the job.
  4. Be imaginative: be creative with your headline and make it stand out.
  5. Find help from a professional if you’re struggling to write your resume headline or need help tailoring it to the jobyou want, think about seeking professional assistance from Napier Resume.

How to write a resume Objective

A purpose for your resume is a sentence at the top of your resume, which will explain your goals for your career and the job you’re applying for.

  1. Make it concise: A resume objective should be a brief statement. Keep it to a few paragraphs or bullet points.
  2. You can tailor it to the position: Tailor your resume objective specifically to the position the job you’re applying for. Tell how you will contribute to the goals of the company.
  3. Be specific: Be specific about your goals for your career and how they align with the job you’re applying for.
  4. Get help from a professional: If you’re having trouble writing your resume objective or need assistance with tailoring it for the jobrequirements, you should seek out professional assistance from Napier Resume.

How to Write a Resume Summary

A summary of your resume is a short description at the top of your resume that summarizes your qualifications and experience. It should be just a few sentences or bullet points and will highlight your most relevant skills and accomplishments.

  1. Keep it simple Your resume should be a brief summary of your qualifications and experience. Limit it to a few paragraphs (or bullet points).
  2. Use keywords: Use keywords that relate to the job that you’re applying to. This will help your resume get noticed by hiring managers as well as the applicant tracking system (ATS).
  3. Make it specific to the job Make your resume’s summary more tailored specifically to the position that you’re applying to. Include the relevant skills and experience that are most relevant for the job.
  4. Highlight your most recent and relevant experience: You should highlight the most recent and relevant experience. This will convince the manager who is hiring you that you’ve got what and experience that they are looking for.
  5. Find help from a professional if you’re struggling with writing your resume’s resume summary, or you need help tailoring it to the work you’re applying for, seek professional assistance from Napier Resume.

By following these tips, you can create a resume summary, headline, and objective that effectively highlights your qualifications and experience. Tailor them to the specific job you’re applying for and get help from a professional if you need it. Napier Resume can also assist you in writing your resume and make sure the resume is distinct from your competition.

In addition to a solid summary including a headline, objective, and a summary, make sure to also include relevant experience from your job, education as well as skills when you write your resume. Make use of strong action verbs to highlight your previous duties and achievements, and also be sure to measure your achievements when you can. For instance, instead declaring "Helped customers with inquiries," say "Assisted over 100 customers per week with their product or service related inquiries, which resulted in an increase of 20% in customer satisfaction ratings.

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