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Land a job this summer with this 35-point executive resume checklist Lisa Rangel

Once you have finished auditing your resume, you can take the next step to rebuild the sections of your resume that need more work. Read More

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How and why it might be a good idea to structure your resume like a press release Rachel Weingarten

Press releases — like resumes — often have to limit themselves to capturing someone’s attention immediately … all in under a page. Read More

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Yes, you can make a career change at 50 (and here’s how)Jennifer Fabiano

Making a career change at 50 might sound crazy, but staying at a job that’s stale for another 15 years is even crazier. Here’s how you can make the switch. Read More

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The 7 steps of mastering a career change at 30 Jennifer Fabiano

Making a career change at 30? Read this extensive guide on how to format your search, resume, and cover letter, plus the advantages and risks you face. Read More

Application Tracking Systems: ATSs

5 techniques to get your resume past pesky applicant tracking systems Ladders Contributor

Before your resume even reaches the desk of a hiring manager, it must first perform well against the resume robots and the ATS that grade your resume. Read More

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Do recruiters and employers check your LinkedIn? How to leverage it Ladders Contributor

You might think of sharing it on LinkedIn as bragging, but it is better to stay active and current. Read More

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Top 4 questions I get asked as a resume writer Michele Lando

Keep in mind that you don’t want your document to be too long because no one will read it, but you want it to be long enough to include your qualifications. Read More

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A woman who has reviewed over 50,000 resumes says these are the 7 most annoying mistakes she sees Jacquelyn Smith

I’ve read over 50,000 resumes. And there are a few mistakes that I’ve seen over and over again that are “pretty irritating.” … Read More

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8 things on your resume that annoy hiring managers Ladders Contributor

While it can be hard to look inside the mind of a hiring manager, there are still steps you can take to avoid causing irritation or anger with your resume. Read More

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