How to Answer “Walk Me Through Your Resume”

The fastest way for recruiters to determine if you have the necessary skills and experience for a job is by asking, “Can you walk me through your resume?” It sounds like an easy question, but don’t be fooled — your answer will determine whether the recruiter considers you a serious candidate. Recruiters aren’t looking for a laundry list of accomplishments or responsibilities. Instead, they want a focused narrative that highlights why you’re the perfect fit for the new role. Here’s the catch — you need to deliver your answer in less than two minutes no matter how many jobs you’ve had and how many years you’ve worked, or you could risk losing the recruiter’s attention.