Do you use tangible numbers rather than the generic chatter that's printed on most resumes? (blog.gojobhero.com)
As you list your accomplishments, it is also a good idea to quantify these contributions with tangible numbers (dollar amounts) or percentages. (thebalance.com)
But, he says, although such results are less persuasive for academics, they are reassuring to policy - makers who like tangible numbers. (scientificamerican.com)