Resume Writing

18 questions in this category

1. What are the key elements that make a resume or CV stand out in the current job market? 1 2 3 4 5

   • 33 answers
   • 2,251 views
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   • Answer by Sandra Andrew
   • April 18

2. What strategies do you use to make a resume stand out to hiring managers, especially in competitive fields? 1 2 3

   • career

   • 21 answers
   • 765 views
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   • Answer by Robert James
   • March 28

3. How do you balance the inclusion of keywords for applicant tracking systems (ATS) with maintaining a natural and readable flow in the resume? 1 2

   • career

   • 14 answers
   • 503 views
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   • Answer by Robert James
   • March 28

4. What's your approach to organizing a resume's layout to ensure it's both visually appealing and easy to navigate? 1 2

   • career

   • 10 answers
   • 288 views
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   • Answer by Robert James
   • March 28

5. What are the recommended file formats to use for a resume? 1 2 3

   • career
   • formats

   • 17 answers
   • 513 views
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   • Answer by Robert James
   • March 28

6. What role does a professional summary or objective statement play in a resume, and how do you write one that's impactful? 1 2

   • career

   • 12 answers
   • 467 views
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   • Answer by Robert James
   • March 28

7. What common mistakes do you see in resumes, and how do you help clients avoid them? 1 2 3

   • career

   • 17 answers
   • 593 views
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   • Answer by Robert James
   • March 28

8. How do you customize a resume for different industries or job roles effectively?

   • 3 answers
   • 98 views
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   • Answer by Robert James
   • March 28

9. What are the best practices for highlighting accomplishments and quantifiable results in a resume?

   • best practices

   • 3 answers
   • 100 views
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   • Answer by Robert James
   • March 28

10. How can job seekers effectively use online tools and resources to enhance their resume writing process?

    • 3 answers
    • 102 views
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    • Answer by Robert James
    • March 28

11. What is the importance of customizing a cover letter to complement the resume, and how should this be approached?

    • 3 answers
    • 95 views
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    • Answer by Robert James
    • March 28

12. How do you determine the ideal length of a resume, and when is it appropriate to extend beyond one page?

    • 4 answers
    • 206 views
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    • Answer by Robert James
    • March 28

13. I've been unemployed for a while, and my resume and LinkedIn profile aren't getting any attention from recruiters. What could be wrong, and how can I fix it?

    • linkedin

    • 2 answers
    • 94 views
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    • Answer by Kendell S
    • July 5

14. How do you showcase soft skills in a resume without overshadowing technical skills?

    • 1 answer
    • 42 views
    • 
    • Answer by Iqra M
    • May 26

15. What's your take on incorporating creative design elements into a resume? Do they enhance or distract from the content?

    • content

    • 1 answer
    • 40 views
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    • Answer by Iqra M
    • May 26

16. Can you share an example of how a resume's unique branding or personal touch made a significant impact?

    • branding

    • 1 answer
    • 52 views
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    • Answer by Iqra M
    • May 26

17. What has worked best for you when revamping a resume for someone making a significant career change?

    • career

    • 1 answer
    • 54 views
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    • Answer by Iqra M
    • May 27

18. How do you list multiple short-term jobs on a resume while still presenting a cohesive career narrative?

    • career

    • 2 answers
    • 61 views
    • 
    • Answer by Debra
    • June 30