Landing Your Dream Job: A Guide to Resume Formats

Posted by Newcastle Resume on 20 Nov 2025

What is the best resume format? There are many options to choose from depending on the job position and your experience on which option to select. The most common to choose from are: Reverse-Chronological, Functional, Combination.

Your resume is a crucial tool for job seeking and you must ensure that it’s properly formatted and simple to read. In Newcastle Resume, we specialize in offering resume writing services to help you stand out from the rest of the applicants. In this post, we’ll review the different kinds of resumes and provide suggestions on how to select the one that is best for you.

  1. Reverse-Chronological: This format is the most common and is the best for those with a solid work history. It lists your work experience in reverse-chronological order, with your most recent job at the top.
  2. Functional Format: This is the best for people who have diverse or non-linear experiences in their work. It focuses on your skills and achievements, not your work history.
  3. Combination: This format combines elements of the reverse-chronological and functional formats. It highlights your skills and accomplishments, while also listing your work history in reverse-chronological order.
  4. Tailor it to the job Make sure you tailor your resume to the job you’re applying to. Pick a format that emphasizes your skills and experiences that will be most useful for the position.
  5. Find help from an expert: If you’re having trouble choosing an appropriate format or require help adapting it to your needs take advice from a professional by contacting Newcastle Resume.

Each of the above formats has its own advantages and drawbacks. The reverse-chronological format is best for those with a solid work history, the functional format is best for those with diverse or non-linear work experience, and the combination format is a good balance of both. Tailor your resume format to the particular job you’re applying for , and get help from a professional if you need it. Newcastle Resume can also assist you in creating an effective resume that highlights your expertise and skills.

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