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This is what it takes to get your resume to the hiring manager Ladders Contributor

The takeaway from this information is that the right choice of keywords will be the deciding factor on whether you advance in the job searching process. Read More

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8 Essential Tips for Writing Your Resume Ladders Contributor

Need help getting started? Here are eight tips for writing your ideal resume. Read More

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10 Skills that Look Great on Any Resume Ladders Contributor

Showcase these on your resume and increase your chances of getting the interview. Depending on the specific position you’re applying for, your resume is going to vary when it comes to skills. For example, if you’re applying for a teaching position, it won’t be helpful that you can drive a forklift. However, there are some skills that are considered … Read More

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How to Proofread Your Resume Lisa Vaas

If you’re going to land an interview, it’s important to first make sure your resume is in tip-top shape. Learn how to properly proofread your resume. Read More

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Make Your Resume Answer Someone’s Prayers Lisa Vaas

Show you understand the employer’s needs and embody the solution. She was a stay-at-home mom looking for some way to keep one foot in her profession — teaching — while she raised her kids. Sound like a humble pitch? Maybe so, but she was the answer to one employer’s prayers. Programs Manager Jillian Zavitz snapped … Read More

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Your Job Application’s Journey Kevin Fogarty

Knowing what recruiters and hiring managers do with your resume at every step of the application will let you set expectations about if and when you will receive a response. Job seekers often complain that potential employers more closely resemble black holes than functioning companies. Submitted resumes – even those addressed to specific managers and … Read More

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Simple Microsoft Word tricks to improve your resume Ladders Contributor

Start your job search on the right foot with a clean, easy-to-read resume. Here’s how to make it. Everyone knows that a strong resume can propel you ahead of the competition. However, even if you have the proper qualifications, arranging your information in a neat, organized format is still important. The clearer and more concise … Read More

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Transferable skills alone won't win that job Joe Turner

If you have to look beyond your present industry or job title for your next position, identifying those transferable skills is a good exercise. But remember: It’s only a starting point. Read More

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The Resume Litmus Test Donald Burns

Make sure that hiring managers actually read your resume by taking this quick barstool litmus test. Your resume comprises a set of talking points. But have you ever tried talking back to your resume? Think about it. When a recruiter reads a resume, she’s saying the words in her head. It’s how we all read. … Read More

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