Resume Verbs

Stronger verbs, picked by a resume writer

Won on a Resume: Meaning & Strong Examples

"Won" means you secured a competitive result — a deal, award, or account.

"Won" means you secured a competitive result — a deal, award, or account.

What it replaces

Far stronger than "got" or "was given".

When to use it

Use it for anything competitive you closed.

ATS note

ATS scans achievement; add the prize or value.

Verb suggestions reviewed by the ResumeVerbs editorial team.

Frequently Asked Questions

Won vs secured?

Won is punchy; secured is formal — both beat "got".

Team win?

"Co-won" is fine if true.

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