In today’s competitive job market, sending out a general resume for every application just doesn’t cut it. Tailoring your resume for each specific job application is essential if you want to stand out ...

For years now, the vast majority of job applications have been scanned, filtered, and assessed by an application tracking system (ATS) before they ever reach a hiring manager’s inbox. This is not ...

Want to know which skills to list on job application? You’re in the right place. This guide breaks down the essential skills employers want in 2025, from hard skills to soft skills. We’ll also show ...

To stand out in a competitive job market, you need to do more than simply state your work history and skills on your resume and send it out to the masses. Keeping an updated resume matters even if you ...

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You’ve found the perfect resume template, listed your skills and crafted your professional summary. Not so fast. Current wisdom says you can’t have a one-size-fits-all resume. There’s a whole industry ...

The last two years have been one of the toughest job markets I’ve seen in decades. This isn’t like 2020 or 2021, where after the initial phase of the pandemic receded, jobs quickly reappeared. This ...

Resume, Curriculum Vitae, whatever you want to call it, they can be really tough to write. Many of us really struggle to write about ourselves, highlighting our achievements and making us sound like ...

Johnny C. Taylor Jr. tackles your human resources questions as part of a series for USA TODAY. Taylor is president and CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management, the world's largest HR ...

It’s always a good idea to make your resumes and cover letters tailored for the specific job you’re applying for. The question is, do AI tools make it easier while maintaining accuracy and a human ...

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing how many people do their jobs nowadays. But AI tools like ChatGPT aren’t only for those who are already employed. They can also be beneficial to job seekers ...

In the market for a new job? A talent acquisition manager is sharing a surefire tip for getting noticed by hiring specialists. “If you’re applying for 100-plus jobs, you are wasting your time,” ...