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 ...

Robots often scan the documents for keywords, and most hiring managers spend mere seconds reading each resume. Here's how to pass both tests. PEOPLE’s Real Tips for Real Life presents practical ...

Have you been applying to hundreds of jobs, yet remained uninvited for an interview? You have a unique collection of educational, professional and life experiences. Isn’t that enough material for a ...

When you're looking for a new job, a great resume can get your foot in the door. Unlike a cover letter, which has to be rewritten for every role you apply for, you only need to update your resume ...

Resumes include your contact details, information about your work and education experience, as well as skills you have developed. Many people choose a chronological format when making a résumé. But if ...

The University of South Florida junior felt like she had nothing to put on her résumé. She had only held down one job, for three years, working part-time at a K-Mart while she was in school. What ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kathy Caprino, M.A. covers careers, leadership and personal growth. In my work as a career, executive and leadership coach for ...

Whether you’re just starting out in the industry or trying to land that dream job, having a clean, well-organized, and easy-to-read resume is crucially important. Your resume is often the very first ...

No matter what industry you’re targeting, knowing how to make a resume is key to getting the job you want. Recruiters, employers and hiring managers all begin their search to fill a position by ...

On my first resume attempt, I rummaged through my old efficiency reports and awards citations, then pasted my accomplishments straight into the document. It was more than four pages long and full of ...