Making Your Skills Stand Out — The Functional Resume

Ever feel like your resume doesn’t capture the full scope of your experience? A functional resume might be the refresh you need.

A functional resume is ideal for senior executives or professionals with deep expertise and years of experience — it highlights your top skills and accomplishments across three to five key functional areas, rather than focusing on job titles or dates.

By grouping achievements under categories like Leadership, Operational Excellence or Strategic Growth, you show how your strengths align directly with what employers need. It’s a great way to tell your story through impact, not chronology.

If your career spans multiple industries, roles or major initiatives, this structure helps recruiters see your strategic value at a glance.

Curious if the functional format could work for you? Reach out for a free 20-minute Discovery Call to explore how to showcase your next chapter.