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 ...

There have been two times in my career when I felt stumped with job searching. I would meet with recruiter after recruiter ...

Go through your resume with a fine-toothed comb and check for errors. Reading it out loud or backward can help you discover typos. It also doesn’t hurt to have a friend or career development advisor ...

That's where ATS-friendly resume builders come in. These handy tools are designed to help your resume look great and stay ...

Kathryn is also the author of the Military to Federal Career Guide and CD-ROM, filled with successful samples of federal and private industry resumes. The guide is available as a print book and eBook.

1. Use a suitable format that matches your new job. Before submitting your resume to a prospective employer, read as many ...