Which numbers are useful in resume bullets?
Look for measures you actually tracked: number of users supported, records processed, tests added, time saved, issues resolved, or projects delivered. Note the time period and baseline when they affect interpretation.
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Numbers can help readers understand scale, but only when they are accurate and meaningful. A metric is not required for every bullet. If you cannot verify a percentage, describe the change or deliverable plainly. Inflated figures may create difficult questions in an interview.
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