Reply to discussion How do chronological and functional resume differ? Chronological resume list work history job by job but in reverse order starting with the most recent position. Functional resume focuses on a candidates skills rather than on past employment. What are the advantages and disadvantages? Chronological resume advantages are candidates who have experienced in their field of employment and for those who show steady career growth. Chronological resume disadvantages are less people who have change jobs frequently or who have gaps in their employment. Functional resume advantages are little or no related employment experience often find the functional resume helpful. Functional resume disadvantages are online job boards may insist on the chronological format. Some recruiters are suspicious of functional resumes thinking they$$re hiding something. I chose chronological format because I have experienced in the field of employment and education.