Years ago there was only one resume format. It was chronological. In that format, we list our experiences from the most recent to the most distant in time. Then about thirty years ago a new resume ...

No luck on the job front? You might want to rethink your resume format. While traditional resumes are generally a safe route, a functional resume could highlight your strengths more effectively, ...

Dear Sam: Due to downsizing, I have recently found myself back in the market searching for a job. I have not had issues getting my resume noticed in the past. I have more than seven years of ...

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Too many people make the mistake of thinking that a resume's purpose is to get them a job. Actually, resumes open and close doors. Their main purpose is to make an employer interested enough to invite ...

Whether you are involved in an active or passive job search, the first thing any interested company will ask for is a résumé. Nothing really happens without it. It begins the whole process, no matter ...

Entering the job market can be both exciting and daunting for an entry level candidate. Crafting a sample resume for entry-level jobs is your first step toward landing that coveted position. A ...

Dear Sam: Due to downsizing, I have recently found myself back in the market searching for a job. I have not had issues getting my resume noticed in the past. I have more than seven years of ...

All too often, job seekers will notice a job that they’re fully qualified to do, but their resumes may not reflect this.