Wouldn't it be nice to find a sample resume that matches your background, copy it to your word-processing program, make minor changes and be done with the arduous task of creating a dazzling resume?

The hardest part of writing an effective resume is figuring out the content — how to talk about your achievements in ways that tie to what an employer is looking for. But people also do an awful lot ...

Résumés 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 ...

Let's face it — most people's résumés kind of suck. More than half of hiring managers say résumés tend to be low on information, which means they aren't really fulfilling their purpose: A great résumé ...

Knowing the types of skills to include in resumes can make or break your job application. Employers value technical, soft, leadership, transferable, and industry-specific skills. This article will ...

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 ...

A tech pro’s resume has to match the speed of this fast-changing industry. IT pros, polish those resumes: Technology staffing firms and recruiters say hiring is finally growing at a steady pace again.

Dear Sam: I have spent the past nine years supporting and training transitioning service members. I have a question regarding when or if a hybrid resume format is appropriate versus the more common ...

Hemant Pandey shared the résumé format that has helped him land several software-engineering jobs. He keeps job descriptions short and includes points that make for good interview stories. Pandey ...

I've tested everything from TVs to phones, PCs, tablets and more. A good resume should accomplish three things: It should clearly show your experience, highlight your skills and accomplishments, ...