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How to Write a Job Description (Free Template & Examples of Job Ads)

A quick job description template & guide to write a job description fast. Plus expert tips for Facebook job postings, LinkedIn job postings, and more.

How to Decline a Job Offer Politely (Bonus: Email Sample)

Thanks, but no thanks. You’ve got a better offer. How to tell the hiring team without stepping on toes? Use this guide for how to decline a job offer gracefully (with examples).

What Job Should I Have? How to Choose a Career in 8 Steps

How to choose a career that’s right for you. Find out why career aptitude tests and career quizzes steer you wrong, and what to do instead!

How to Become a Teacher (Steps, Requirements & Tips)

Want to know how to become a teacher? Struggling to understand which teacher certification to obtain and other requirements? Our guide will help *teach* you what to do to become an educator.

How to Become a Nurse [Registered or Not]: Degree, Programs 💯 Tips

Want to become a nurse? Not sure if you should be an RN? Learn about programs, degrees, and requirements and how to meet them to finally start saving lives.

I Hate My Job. I Hate My Boss. Here's What to Do *Now*

You hate your job, hate your boss, and want to leave right away but don’t quite know how? We’re here to help. Find out what to do when you hate your job and get ready to start a new one you’ll love—a month from now. Interested? Read more!

Gig Economy: Definition, Statistics & Trends [2021 Update]

Some say the gig economy is booming, some say it’s declining. Learn the complex truth about the gig economy from statistics and research from 2021 aggregated from multiple independent sources.

Going Low to Get Ahead (2021 Study)

Would American professionals compromise their values for professional games? We surveyed 1,000 workers for an answer. Here is what we found out.

Data-Driven Career Change Ideas for People in Industries Most Affected by the Pandemic

If you’ve been working in the industry that got hit hardest by the pandemic and lost your job—here’s a list of alternative careers for you. Based on real data.

Burnout: Prevention, Treatment, and Advice for Employees & Employers

210 million people worldwide and 11 million Americans suffer from burnout. The syndrome occurs across all industries. What causes it? How can you fight it? Read on to find out.

How to Automate Your Life (Everyday Automation)

When you’re not worried about the mundane details of life, you have more capacity for creativity and *genius* ideas. Achieve that state by automating your life.

Administrative Skills for Office Jobs & a Resume (50 Examples)

Office and administrative skills can keep a workplace from dissolving into chaos. But what exactly are they?

How to Spell Resume: Accents or Not? Résumé, Resumé?

To spell resume with accents or not? Is résumé "more correct" than resume? We'll show you the correct spelling. (And no, it's not resamay.)

Resume Quiz Questions & Answers: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet

We combed the Internet to find each and every resume quiz out there. And then we answered all the resume questions to give you the right answers. Here they are.

Traditional Resume Template [5+ Classic Resume Examples]

Not sure what kind of resume will boost your chances of landing an interview? Go for a traditional resume template. It’s much more than timelessly elegant.

10 Free Google Docs Resume Templates [Drive & Alternatives]

See the ultimate Google Docs resume template collection. It features more than what's available on Google Drive, but also the work of different designers.

Administrative Assistant Job Description for a Resume with Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities

You’ve got the skills to assist any office staff. Practice some self-care with these tips to assist yourself in writing an administrative assistant job description for a resume.

Customer Service Job Description for a Resume: Examples

You know how to do service with a smile. Get that same smile out of the hiring manager by writing a great customer service job description for a resume.

Medical Student CV Example for Residency, Med School, or Your Medical Career

You'll get a heart attack if you don't get into med school. Help save your first life by writing the perfect medical school CV.

Two Column Resume: 15+ Templates to Download (FREE Included)

The list of the best two-column resumes you’ll find online—all available for download with a single click (free two-column resume templates for MS Word included!)

15+ Clean Minimalist Resume Templates (Sleek Design)

Those 400+ minimalist resume templates above? Meh. Who’d have the time to scroll through all of them? Well. We did. So you don’t have to. Here are the best of the best.

How to Upload a Resume to LinkedIn (Update & Add)

Post a resume on LinkedIn to make it easy to download by recruiters. But focus on the profile for true benefit.

Hybrid Resume: Template and Examples [2021]

Should you choose a resume format that highlights your skills or your experience? Luckily you don’t have to choose. You can do both with a hybrid resume. Here’s how.

How to Make Your Resume Stand Out: Real Examples, 2021

You feel your resume isn’t good enough to beat the competition. And you’re not alone. See these transformations of Zety readers’ resumes and learn how to fix yours.

Standard Resume Margins [Proper Margin Size for a Resume]

Margins frame the content of your resume. Learn how to set them right and make your accomplishments pop out.

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.

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.

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.

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.