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You’re the go-to person for all things HR. As an HR Generalist, you juggle recruiting, onboarding, compliance, employee relations, and more... all while keeping teams productive and businesses running smoothly. But when it comes to writing your resume, how do you fit all that into a clear, compelling story?

Here’s the challenge: HR Generalists do so much that their resumes often turn into overwhelming yet bland lists. “Handled payroll.” “Managed benefits.” “Led onboarding.” It’s all true, but it doesn’t answer the real question: What did you change? What problems did you solve? A hiring manager skimming your resume should immediately see the moments when you improved a process, prevented a compliance issue, or created a better employee experience. They should see your impact.

After reviewing 30,000+ resumes, I’ve seen what works—and I’m sharing those insights here. This guide will help you shape your experience, achievements, and skills into a resume that tells a clear, compelling story that recruiters and hiring managers can’t ignore.