Why LinkedIn and Resumes Work Together
Many job seekers wonder whether LinkedIn can replace a resume. The truth is, recruiters use both. In 2025, your resume and LinkedIn profile complement each other — one gets you through ATS, the other validates your professional brand.
Key Differences
- Resume: Customized for each job, 1–2 pages, ATS-optimized.
- LinkedIn: Broad professional overview, multimedia options, networking tool.
How Recruiters Use Each
Recruiters often find candidates on LinkedIn, but they request a resume to evaluate structured qualifications. Both need to tell a consistent story, but your resume should always be more targeted.
Tips to Align Both
- Ensure job titles and dates match.
- Expand on achievements in LinkedIn while keeping resume concise.
- Add a link to your LinkedIn profile in your resume header.
Conclusion
LinkedIn doesn’t replace a resume — it enhances it. Use Resumly’s builder to create ATS-ready resumes that work hand-in-hand with your online profile.