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Resumes are an integral part of the job search process

A resume is a document showing your work experience, qualifications, skills and abilities. It is often the first point of contact with a possible future employer, and will help them decide whether to invite you for an interview, and if you are able to perform the job applied for.

Writing a resume can be tricky, knowing what to include and what to leave out can lead to confusion. Fortunately there are many tips and tricks out there to help even the least experienced resume writer.

How to get help with your resume

by Jessie Heekin

When you need a resume, sometimes going it alone and writing as well as revising and proofing it yourself is the right choice. Sometimes it isn't. When you need help for your resume, however, you can't just get hand over some quick facts about your ... More>

Important information to include in your resume

by Mona Gallagher

Hiring Directors and managers are able to recognize great resumes within the first few minutes of reading. A well organized, informational, and easy to read resume is a first essential to getting a job interview but a great resume will include all t... More>

What is the objective of a resume?

by Linda Scrofano

What is the Objective of a Resume The objective of a resume is to convince a prospective employer to interview the job seeker for a specific position. It serves as a tool to market the applicant’s job skills, competencies and experience ... More>

What is a resume and what will it do for you?

by Daniel J. Gansle

A resume is a marketing tool used to promote a job seeker's skills to interested employers. Rather than simply a flat listing of work experience, the resume should proactively sell the candidate to companies with open positions. Thus, it is highly i... More>

Chronological resume or functional resume: Which is the most effective?

by Kristen O'Riordan

Chronological resumes and functional resumes are both effective in their own right. However, each has strengths and weaknesses that should be evaluated based on your individual circumstances. If you are job seeker with a wealth of experience under y... More>

Fired: What to say on your resume

by Ted Sherman

This advice to an anxious job seeker will probably cause many human resources specialists to cringe, growl and maybe grind their teeth a bit. When you've been fired, do not reveal it on your resume you send out to prospective new employers. As far a... More>

What to include in a resume

Personal statement
Contact information
Work experience
Education
Skills and abilities
References

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Resume facts

Spelling and grammar errors are the main reason for resumes being rejected.
It takes between 10 and 30 seconds to review a resume.
Resumes are more likely to be taken seriously if printed on good quality paper.
A cover letter is often considered more important than the resume itself.
Each resume should be tailored to the specific qualifications the job you are applying is looking for.