Let’s be real for a second—resumes feel… old. I mean, they still exist (of course), but in 2025? A single-page PDF just doesn’t cut it anymore. Employers, clients, even collaborators—they don’t just wanna see your job titles. They wanna get a feel for who you are.
And, honestly, the funny thing is, most people still cling to that plain résumé like it’s enough. But think about it: when was the last time you actually hired someone or decided to work with them based only on a Word doc?
The shift we’re all seeing
These days, people Google you. Before they meet you. Before they respond to your email. Sometimes before they even finish reading your résumé. And what shows up matters. A personal website puts you in control of that first impression. Instead of just “Marketing Manager, 2019–2024,” you can show the projects you led, the designs you created, the results you actually drove.
It’s kinda like the difference between reading the back cover of a book versus diving into the first few chapters. Which one makes you wanna keep reading?
A small story
A buddy of mine—software engineer—was sending résumés left and right. Crickets. Then he built a super simple site with his projects, a quick bio, and even a little blog about coding challenges he solved. Same résumé, but now with a link to his site. Within two weeks, he got interviews. Why? Because people saw him, not just the bullet points.
You don’t need to overcomplicate it
Here’s the part people overthink: building a personal site doesn’t mean spending months messing with code. Tools like Visitfolio.com make it ridiculously easy to get one up and running. You can showcase your skills, your work, even add appointment booking if you’re a consultant or coach. It’s basically your résumé—but living, breathing, and working for you 24/7.
Wrapping up
Resumes? They’re still around. But in 2025, they’re more like a footnote. Your personal website? That’s the story. It’s your proof, your stage, your handshake before you ever walk into a room.
So, if you’re serious about standing out this year, don’t just polish the PDF. Build the site. Trust me, people notice.
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