Dear Sam: Can you break down the different resume formatting options? I've been using the standard timeline format since graduating college 11 years ago, but I'm wondering if a different format would ...

Man writing resume and in home office with laptop. You find a job you like. You decide to create or update your resume and hit "apply." Weeks or months pass, and you hear nothing back from the ...

I’ve always been a big fan of a traditional resume format that begins with name and contact information at the top, followed by education and then relevant work experience. Why? As a hiring manager, ...

When writing a resume, there is a lot of pressure on proving you've got the right skills, experience, and qualifications to do the job. Of course, this is important but all too often this means that ...

If you’re aiming to please a hiring manager in your job search (and who isn’t?), then format your resume chronologically. In a recent Accountemps survey, 75% of hiring managers prefer a chronological ...

Entering the job market can be both exciting and daunting for an entry level candidate. Crafting a sample resume for entry-level jobs is your first step toward landing that coveted position. A ...

Landing a six-figure salary requires more than just skills and experience; it requires a resume that showcases your achievements and makes an unforgettable first impression. A well-crafted resume can ...

Dear Sam: I will lose my job in a couple of months due to upcoming layoffs. Thankful to have a little notice to prepare for a transition, I am considering returning to the customer service field. I am ...

We asked experts from TopResume to make over the résumé of a professional with enough experience to no longer be considered entry-level. The experts top-loaded the résumé, made it easier to read, and ...

Hiring managers glance at resumes for mere seconds before making decisions about moving a candidate forward. Extraneous information can bog down your resume and in some cases, it can hurt your chances ...

Resume Format 101: What High Schoolers Really Need: By Anjali Srivastava Choosing the right resume format can feel confusing, especially when you're just starting out. Whether you're applying for ...