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General Cover Letter That Isn't Generic (Sample for Any Job)

How to write a general cover letter? Copy our sample generic cover letter template, adjust and use it to land an interview. Read more!

Cashier Resume Examples (Sample with Skills & Tips)

You’d make the cheeriest greeter, fastest, most accurate ringer-upper, and the helpiest helper. Show the store manager you’d be their best choice with a great cashier resume.

How to Put LinkedIn on a Resume (Examples & Guide)

What should a link to your LinkedIn profile look like on a resume? And where to put it anyway? Read on to learn how to customize your LinkedIn URL, and where to display it.

30 Resume Title Examples (a Good Headline for Any Resume)

“These applicants are all the same.” Shatter the mold with a one-liner they can’t stop thinking about. But... what is a resume title?

Age Discrimination in the Workplace

Does age discrimination happen often? One study asks 2,000 Americans if they have been discriminated against and their attitude regarding ageism. Here are the results.

Worst Office Sins in the American Workplace [2021 Study]

What’s the worst act you’ve committed or seen at work? We ask 1,000+ Americans and the results are shocking.

How to Start a Cover Letter [Introduction & 25+ Opening Lines]

Writer’s block got you staring at your blank screen? It’s not as hard as you think to start a cover letter that will blow the hiring manager away—this guide shows you how.

What to Include in a CV: 6 Must-Have Sections to Put on a CV in 2021

Find out what sections, achievements, and keywords to include on a CV to land more jobs. Learn what *not* to include so that you don’t sabotage your chances.

Cover Letter Layout: Example and 20+ Rules

Got your cover letter written, but no idea what the right layout is? We’ll show you the best fonts, spacing and more with a complete cover letter layout example.

Illustrator Resume: Examples and Guide [10+ Tips]

Your skill with a tablet is beyond compare, and you’d give Maurice Sendak a run for their money. Now prove it with a clean illustrator resume that beautifies your job search.

15 Free Cover Templates That Will Impress the Socks off Employers

You might think that free isn’t synonymous with quality. We’ve found the best free cover letter templates that will set your cover letter high above standard.

Cover Letter Structure (Main Parts of a Cover Letter & Tips)

Do the parts of a cover letter have you in the dark? This guide will make the cover letter structure as clear as day.

99+ Resume Ideas: Creative, Unique, Sleek (Gallery)

Welcome to a gallery of awesome resume design ideas, sample layouts, and cool templates. Choose a resume idea that fits your needs and create your resume in minutes.

Skills Based CV Template & Functional CV Examples

Skills based CV template and sample that will get jobs. Step-by-step guidelines on how to write a skills based/functional CV & actionable tips from HR pros.

The Perfect Cover Letter for Any Job (Example & Guide)

They say that nothing’s perfect. Challenge that by writing the perfect cover letter to get the perfect job.

15+ Infographic Resume Templates, Examples & Builder

You heard your resume “needs to be eye-candy.” You’ll get what you want. You’ll also get what you need—expert insight into why infographic resumes aren’t for everyone.

What is a Motivation Letter? Example & How to Write

Is your letter of motivation looking a little flat? We’ll teach you how to write a motivation letter that will inspire any recruiter to interview you.

Resume Styles Best Suited for Your Needs [20+ Tips]

With such a variety of available resume styles, finding the best for your needs may be a bit of a challenge. But no longer. We cherry-picked the best resume styles to help you out.

What Is a CV? Definition (Curriculum Vitae Meaning and Use)

What does CV stand for? What is a curriculum vitae in the US and across the globe? Read on to learn about the meaning, use, and purpose of a CV.

35+ Successful Cover Letter Tips & Advice (With Examples)

Cover letter writing tips—sure to turn any boring letter into something employers want to read.

Childhood Dream Jobs [2021 Study]

Do people land their dream jobs from childhood? One study asks 2,000 Americans if they fulfilled their childhood dreams. Here are the results.

Accounting Cover Letter Example [Also for Senior Accountants]

A sample accounting cover letter that will make that numbers job yours! Learn how to write a cover letter for accountant jobs, and our accountant cover letter examples will present you as the impressive candidate you are.

Sales Cover Letter: Sample & Complete Guide [20+ Examples]

A sample sales cover letter that will make that selling job yours! Learn how to write a cover letter for sales jobs, and our sales cover letter examples will sell you to them as the impressive candidate you are.

The Perfect Resume in 8 Easy Steps: Write & Download Now

Great skills? Amazing layout? Good work history section? What’s the secret behind a *perfect* resume? You’ve come to the right place to find out.

Investment Banking Cover Letter Sample (Also for Internships)

This guide offers a great investment banking cover letter to copy-paste and use as an example. Plus, expert tips on how to write a cover letter for investment banking jobs.

Makeup Artist Resume Sample for 2021 [Guide & Examples]

A makeup artist resume sample that gets jobs. Get 20+ job-winning examples and tips from our experts. Complete guide to write a professional resume for makeup artists.

Recruiter Resume Sample [Entry Level, IT, HR, Corporate]

A recruiting resume sample that gets jobs. Learn how to write a recruiter resume for entry level as well as senior HR recruitment positions. Whether in IT, healthcare, staffing, or the military, highlight the right recruiter skills, showcase your hiring achievements, and make sure your resume job description delivers!