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Cover Letter for Scholarship Application (Template & 20 Tips)

Scholarships and grants change lives. Whether you’re an aspiring undergrad or postgrad, here you’ll learn how to write a cover letter for scholarship that will win you this money.

How Long Should a CV Be? The Ideal CV Page Length

Ideal CV length is a never ending discussion. Learn how many pages your CV should be, no matter what job you’re applying for.

Is It OK Not to Include Dates on Your Resume? Date Format

Do you have to list dates on a resume? What about job-search ageism? Here’s the definitive answer, plus how to align dates on resume, format, and how to head off discrimination.

19 Resume Memes That You Can Relate To

Resume writing has you frustrated? Take a moment to kick back and relax with the funniest resume memes online.

Resume Contact Information Tips (Phone Number & More)

Should I put my address on my resume? In full? Learn what contact information to include in your resume: how to write up your phone number, how to put LinkedIn on a resume (or other social media), and how to pick a professional email address. Don't sabotage your job hunt, get help from this contact info guide!

15+ Unique Resume Templates to Download & Use Now

Who says you can't find stand out from the sea of other applicants and their similar resumes? This article gives you 15 different unique resume templates you can download and use right away to get started on your job search so you can jump straight to building an exceptional resume.

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.

Should You Put Your Picture on Your Resume? [Expert Advice]

What if they love you, but they forget who you are and hire someone else by accident? A resume-with-picture sounds like a great idea. Learn why it’s a no-no and what to do instead.

Should a Resume Be in Past Tense or Present Tense?

Choose the right resume tense and voice, pass the ATS scan and land that interview. Here’s how.

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.

What Makes a Good Resume? 11 Things Your Resume Needs

Ever wondered what makes a good resume good? We found the 11 things your resume needs to be the very best.

Resume Critique: Free Checklist For a Resume Review

When sending out your resume, you can’t just hope for the best. Sleep well knowing your resume is the best with our resume critique checklist.

50+ Resume Dos and Don'ts

Learn the dos and don'ts of resume writing, along with what not to put on a resume and how to build a good resume without making critical resume mistakes. Over 50 resume dos and don'ts with examples and tips.

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.

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!

Best Cover Letter Font You Should Use (Size & Typeface)

What your cover letter looks like says a lot about you. Make sure it speaks in superlatives by using the best font for your cover letter.

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.

Should You Put High School on a Resume? (Diploma or Not)

To add or not to add, that is the question. Finally learn when you should put your high school on your resume.

Parts of a Resume (Elements That Matter)

Knowing which part of a resume goes where is sometimes confusing. Take the guesswork out of it with this quick guide.

Cover Letter Heading & Header Template (4+ Examples)

Creating the perfect cover letter header is easy. Actually, there are only two rules you need to follow. Here’s where you’ll learn them & see ready-to-use examples.

What to Name a Resume File & Cover Letter (10+ Tips)

Whether it’s naming a resume file or cover letter, using dashes or underlines, or capitalization questions, this guide has the answers on how to save resumes and cover letters.

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

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

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.

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.

How to Improve Your Resume in 12 Easy Steps

There’s always room for improvement. Learn our 12 best tips on how to improve your resume to make it one in a million.

Cover Letter Outline as Suggested by Career Experts [+Tips]

Having trouble putting thoughts to paper? Take the guesswork out—our cover letter outline will make things super simple.

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.

Professional Cover Letter Design [Examples + Expert Tips]

Your writing is on point, but your cover letter design skills need some help. See job-winning cover letter templates and tips on crafting your own.

Cover Letter Enclosure: What Does it Mean [Examples]

All professional packages list what they contain. Who would buy it otherwise? Do the same with an expert cover letter enclosure.

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.