{"id":44552,"date":"2025-04-15T09:38:59","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T13:38:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ourpublicservice.org\/?p=44552"},"modified":"2025-04-16T11:10:23","modified_gmt":"2025-04-16T15:10:23","slug":"private-sector-resume-former-federal-employee-transition-fedsupport-federal-employee-explainer-series","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ourpublicservice.org\/blog\/private-sector-resume-former-federal-employee-transition-fedsupport-federal-employee-explainer-series\/","title":{"rendered":"How resumes are evaluated in the private sector: Advice for former federal employees"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Partnership for Public Service&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/fedsupport.org\/webinars-events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FedSupport Webinars<\/a> featured a session on how resumes are evaluated in the private sector.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Partnership Vice President of Government Affairs Jenny Mattingley led the discussion with Laszlo Bock, former human resources lead at Google, and Patty McCord, former human resources lead at Netflix.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They shared resume, career and interview advice for former and current federal employees affected by the <a href=\"https:\/\/ourpublicservice.org\/partnership-perspective-on-executive-orders\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">recent civil service disruptions<\/a>, addressing the following questions:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-should-former-federal-employees-determine-if-a-role-in-the-private-sector-fits-their-priorities-nbsp\">How should former federal employees determine if a role in the private sector fits their priorities?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/lg6ctoRosXk?si=kHSRFw8BGErhNsBp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">During the session<\/a>, panelists emphasized the need to reevaluate career goals when transitioning to the private sector.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the private sector is diverse, you can find jobs with missions that matter to you. The work you do should be meaningful, but it does not have to be your identity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Find a job that you are good at and that other people value. You can always keep looking for a new opportunity if you find that the job you end up in ultimately is not the right fit.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-folks-streamline-their-federal-resumes-to-meet-private-sector-roles-nbsp\">How can folks streamline their federal resumes to meet private sector roles?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Federal resumes tend to be lengthy because they are written to meet <a href=\"https:\/\/gogovernment.org\/application-process\/writing-a-federal-resume\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the criteria of USAJOBS<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Private sector resumes should be results-oriented and tailored to the specific job for which you are applying. Resumes should be no more than two pages.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start with a source document that contains every role and responsibility you have had professionally. Use this as a baseline to craft your resume.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, find a resume format you prefer, add content from the source document and customize your resume for each job application. \u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mirror your resume to the job description using the same keywords.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Focus on problems you helped solve.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-some-tips-for-writing-a-private-sector-resume-nbsp\">What are some tips for writing a private sector resume?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your resume should speak directly to an employer&#8217;s needs using clear, actionable language and metrics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use the formula: \u201cAccomplished X, as measured by Y, by doing Z.\u201d Avoid general phrases like \u201cteam player\u201d or \u201cstrong communication skills.\u201d Show your impact.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start bullet points with an action verb.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Track metrics regularly to pull results when updating your resume.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-preparation-should-federal-employees-do-to-be-ready-for-a-private-sector-interview-nbsp\">What preparation should federal employees do to be ready for a private sector interview?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who left federal service involuntarily, be truthful. Focus on what you learned during your service, what you are seeking and how the experience clarified your priorities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Private sector interviews tend to focus on storytelling, cultural fit and solving problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Talk about your accomplishments using the <a href=\"https:\/\/business.linkedin.com\/talent-solutions\/resources\/interviewing-talent\/star-method\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">STAR method<\/a> (situation, task, action, result).\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frame your federal experience in a way that aligns with the company\u2019s goals.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research the company\u2019s staff culture. Explain what you are looking for and how the opportunity aligns with your personal and professional values<strong>.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-advice-would-you-give-to-former-federal-employees-who-have-been-removed-from-service-for-performance-reasons\">What advice would you give to former federal employees who have been removed from service for \u2018performance\u2019 reasons?\u00a0\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that your career is not over. Many private sector employers are interested in your growth and potential, especially if you can articulate what you have learned from the experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Briefly acknowledge what happened and then pivot the conversation to highlight how it shaped your professional journey.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Talk about the self-awareness, resilience or clarity it gave you. Perhaps share the type of work that motivates you.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrate that you have taken accountability.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-might-compensation-packages-differ-between-the-federal-government-and-the-private-sector-nbsp\">How might compensation packages differ between the federal government and the private sector?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Federal compensation is typically structured and transparent. 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