In today's competitive job market, resume writing is essential for standing out to potential employers. Your resume is your primary marketing tool, showcasing …
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How to Write the Perfect Resume
Resume Sections Guide: Which You Need & How To Use Them
Learning how to write a resume is easier than ever before. The difficult thing is knowing which resume sections you truly need. Although the task itself is …
Elon Musk's Resume of Failures
How would you feel if every time you failed, a space shuttle would explode? Would you try to do anything ever again? Chances are, probably not. Elon Musk, on …
7 Things You Should Never Include on a Resume
Let’s face it, very few people really enjoy writing a resume. A quick web search on “how to write a resume” brings up tons of articles that often contradict …
Create a Flawless Resume With These Editing and Proofreading Tips
It’s an unfortunate truth that when we apply for a job, we are going up against dozens of qualified candidates, and all we have to distinguish ourselves is a …
How to Make an Emotional Connection in a Cover Letter
Today, landing a job isn’t usually as simple as walking into a store and asking for work. Modern technology has made applying for a new position much easier, …
Create a Resume Guaranteed to Get a Response
Imagine you're a recruiter for a moment. You advertised an open position, and now your inbox is filled to the brim with applications. Look at the messages from …
The Cover Letter That Will Make Your Resume Stand Out
As research has indicated that 93% of hiring managers like to see a cover letter (or email) with a resume, it is clear that the cover letter still has an …
4 Tips to Explain a Gap in Your Employment History
Even the most hardworking, skilled or experienced person might end up unemployed for some period of time. If this recently happened to you, don’t despair. If …
24 Career Experts Share Their Top Resume Tips
The first step in your job search is writing (or updating) your resume, and it’s also the most difficult. We asked 24 of the top career experts for their best …
Your Terrible Cover Letter is Ruining Your Perfect Resume
First things first, you must send a cover letter. Even if the job ad doesn’t specifically request one, it’s always a good idea. It’s your opportunity to show …
Free Online Courses to Boost Your Resume This Summer
Who needs a vacation? OK, me too, and put your hands down. Whether you’re currently unemployed and searching for a job, or employed and keeping your …
Make Your Resume Stand Out, Not Get Tossed Out
Are you sick of staring at the same old resume? Are you worried your resume continues to get overlooked because it’s so basic and boring? Has anyone ever …
What Hiring Managers Wish You Knew
Your resume is bland or boring, your objective is outdated, and your cover letter doesn't have a call to action. Creating the perfect resume can be the most …