Effectively communicating your accomplishments is key to making a strong impression—whether on your resumé, in your cover letter, or during an interview. Learn how to write clear and impactful accomplishment statements and use the STAR method to tell compelling career stories.

The STAR method stands for:

S – Situation: Describe the context or background.
T – Task: Explain the challenge or responsibility you faced.
A – Action: Detail the specific steps you took to address the task.
R – Result: Share the outcome or impact of your actions.

Explore these samples to help you showcase your skills and experience with confidence.

• Accounting
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• Finance
• Marketing
• Nursing
• Social Work
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