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How do I adjust my resume after shifting my career from technical engineering work to strategy consulting?

Think in terms of problems you solved for the business, not the tech you used. Quick, actionable rewrite plan:

  • Replace a technical objective with a 1–2 line summary that states you’re a problem-solver who turns data and cross-functional programs into business outcomes (mention consulting, strategy).
  • Create a “Selected Projects” or “Strategy-Relevant Experience” section: list 3–5 projects using mini STAR bullets (Situation → your Approach → Quantified Result). Lead with the business impact (revenue, cost savings, time saved, market share, KPIs).
  • Reframe bullets: swap “built X system using Y” for “designed X to reduce Y by Z% / enable $A in revenue / inform executive decision on B.” Use consulting verbs: analyzed, synthesized, prioritized, advised, modeled, presented.
  • Add consulting keywords and tools: strategy, market analysis, competitive analysis, business case, stakeholder management, financial modeling, PowerPoint, Excel, Tableau.
  • Keep it one page, tailor each app to the job description, and include a short, targeted cover note explaining the career pivot.

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