It takes recruiters an average of "six seconds before they make the initial 'fit or no fit' decision" on candidates based on resumes, according to research conducted by TheLadders. With this kind of ...

This may seem obvious, but candidates sometimes forget to include basic information like their email address, or they bury it at the bottom. “Include your name, phone number, email, and URL to your ...

Dear Sam: Can you break down the different resume formatting options? I've been using the standard timeline format since graduating college 11 years ago, but I'm wondering if a different format would ...

Resume Builder Online launched a tool that provides individuals new to the job market, or those looking to make a career switch, with a great alternative to spending hours and hours building the ...

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Your resume is your introduction to a potential employer. A weak or ineffective resume will make the wrong first impression and will likely prevent you from getting a job. It's not something that you ...

How do you know you have a perfect resume as a veteran or military spouse? You get flooded with requests for an interview. While even the most perfect resume will never automatically get you the job, ...

It’s a common issue for IT executives seeking a new gig: how to convey your extensive expertise and accomplishments in a way that grabs the attention of recruiters and hiring managers snowed over in ...

What is the best resume format for a veteran or spouse during military transition? Without a doubt, it is the checklist resume format. A checklist resume is the one that comes in two parts. Part 1 is ...

The National Center for Education Statistics estimates that about 2 million college students will graduate with bachelor's degrees this year, and many of those students will be entering the job market ...