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General Cover Letter that Isn't Generic: Sample for Any Position

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

Graphic Designer Resume Examples [+CV Template]

A complete guide to writing a resume for a graphic designer. +20 real examples will show you how to describe your experience and write a professional resume. Use our graphic design resume sample and a template. Read more!

First Resume with No Work Experience (Examples & Guide)

Even though writing a resume with no experience seems like mission impossible, there is a certain way of making your document look awesome. And you’re about to see how.

Licenses & Certifications on a Resume (Sample & Easy Tips)

Where to put your certifications on a resume? How to highlight them to attract employers? Get tips and see +20 actionable examples.

Resume Language Skills [with Proficiency & Fluency Levels]

You have resume language skills to add, but where? How do you list languages? This complete guide will explain everything about adding languages onto a resume.

Computer Technician Resume: IT Tech Repair Sample & Skills

A computer technician resume sample that gets jobs. Get 20+ great examples and job-winning tips from our experts. Read our complete guide to writing a professional resume for computer technicians: highlight your computer technician skills and achievements, get a lot more interviews, and kick-start a new career!

450 Job Titles for Professional Positions [Current & Desired]

Massive list of job titles grouped by fields like business, IT, sales, office, construction, customer service, and more. Find every job position here.

Plumber Resume Example [+Skills & Plumbing CV Template]

You do it all: new work, old work, water heaters, PEX, copper, and toilets. You work fast and customers love you. Prove it to employers with this fitted sample plumber resume.

Resume Keywords: List by Industry [for Use to Pass the ATS]

Learn which resume keywords to use, including buzzwords, action words, along with tips, examples, suggestions, and keywords on cover letters and emails.

20+ Effective Communication Skills for Resumes & Workplace

Need to show your good communication skills on a resume or at an interview? Our guide gives you the best verbal, nonverbal, and written communication skills to list.

ATS Resume: Template & Compliant, ATS Friendly Tips

If you’re serious about getting a job, you must know how an ATS works. Otherwise, you’ll expend your time and energy making resumes no one will ever have a chance to read.

Resume Paper: What Type of Paper Is Best for a Resume? (12 Photos)

What is the best resume paper? Learn what type of professional resume paper is best and boost your chances of landing your next job. Read more!

Proper Resume Margins [Best Standard Size Isn't the Smallest]

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

Receptionist Resume Examples (Skills, Job Description & Tips)

See job-winning receptionist resume samples for all types of jobs: from medical, to front desk receptionists. Get actionable, easy-to-follow tips. Read more!

American Resume: Tips on U.S. Style & Format (+Template)

When in America, do as Americans do. Write a great American resume using this compendium of U.S. style tips and tricks.

Functional Resume: Examples & Skills Based Templates

You’re in the middle of a career change or have gaps in your employment. Show managers and coordinators how valuable your skills are with a great functional resume.

Parts of a Resume: What Are the Important Elements?

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

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.

How to Upload a Resume to LinkedIn [Add, Update, Download]

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

Academic (CV) Curriculum Vitae: Template, Examples & Guide

An academic CV template better than 9 out of 10 others. Read our complete guide on how to write an academic CV, follow our academic curriculum vitae sample, and get actionable tips. Ready to create the perfect academic CV? One worthy of tenure? Give us 10 minutes and become the most sought-after scholar!

How to Include Relevant Coursework on a Resume [10+ Tips]

Putting relevant coursework on a resume could boost your chances of landing a job. But is it always a good idea to add such info? Our guide has the answers you’ve been looking for.

Top Interpersonal Skills (Definition, Examples, Resume Tips)

Learn everything you need about interpersonal skills. What are interpersonal skills? How to identify them? How to nail people skills when job-hunting?

UI/UX Resume Sample [Templates & Skills Included]

UX designer resume and UI developer resume samples that get jobs. Get 20+ great examples and job-winning tips from our experts. Read our guide to writing a professional resume for a UI/UX designers and developers. Highlight your UX/UI skills and achievements, get a lot more interviews, and kick-start your career!

Program Manager Resume: Sample and 12+ Writing Tips

For you juggling multiple projects is child’s play. Show recruiters you’re a program manager who delivers with this program manager resume sample and guide.

Best Project Manager Resume Examples (Template & Guide)

A complete guide to writing a resume for project managers. +20 examples to show you how to write a project management resume. Use our resume sample and a template.

IT Specialist Resume: Sample & Writing Guide (20+ Tips)

Most IT specialists’ resumes are buggy. Yours is about to become as clean and elegant as a perfect recursive function in a sea of Fortan 77 code.

Software Engineer & Developer Resume Examples & Format

A well-written software engineer resume resembles good code—it’s readable, efficient, elegant, and free from bugs. In this guide, we’ll show you how to compile one just like that.

DevOps Engineer Resume: Sample, Writing Tips & 20+ Skills

A DevOps resume sample that gets jobs. Get 20+ great examples and job-winning tips from our experts. Read our complete guide to writing a professional resume for DevOps engineers: highlight your development and operations skills and achievements, get a lot more interviews, and kick-start a new career!

Web Designer Resume: Sample and Complete Guide [+20 Examples]

Sample resume for a web designer and a complete guide with 20+ examples and expert tips. Use our web designer resume example and learn to write about web designer skills and experience. Engage the hiring manager and land that job!

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