100+ Good Words to Describe Yourself“If you had to use 3 words to describe yourself, what would they be?” Knowing some good adjectives to describe yourself and answer to this question will reward you in many ways!ByDanuta Detyna, CPRWJanuary 28, 2026
How to Write a CV: Templates & TipsCreate a job-winning CV with our easy step-by-step guide, quick tips, and professional templates.ByNatalia Merced, CPRWJanuary 15, 2026
How to Write a Resume for a Job (Examples & Guide)Learn how to make a resume that lands interviews with our easy to follow guide and expert resume examples. Ready to get hired?ByNatalia Merced, CPRWJanuary 15, 2026
Resume Objective Examples & How-To GuideOur resume objective examples and how-to guide will give you all the tools you need to create an eye-catching resume objective that lands interviews.ByNatalia Merced, CPRWOctober 22, 2025
Cover LetterCover Letter Expectations for 2025—Stated by RecruitersDo all recruiters expect cover letters from applicants? What type of cover letters do they prefer? We’ve asked 700+ recruiters to find out, and here are the results. By Roma Kończak, CPRW Jan 14, 2025
Career AdviceMore Than Half of Workers Hit Peak Productivity Between 8–11 AMNew research reveals the top productivity habits, environments, and challenges influencing workplace success across the U.S. workforce. By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Jan 14, 2025
Resume HelpNavigating Resume Trends: What You Need to KnowHow similar are you to the average job seeker? Learn what our users include in their resumes to gain insight about competitors, and see our expert resume-writing recommendations. By Danuta Detyna, CPRW Jan 10, 2025
Career AdviceNeurodiversity in the Workplace: a Fad or a Fact?When more people get diagnosed as neurodivergent, it’s important to consider the matter of supporting neurodiversity in the workplace. Is it a serious issue or just a modern trend? By Roma Kończak, CPRW Jan 10, 2025
Career AdviceGig Economy: Definition, Statistics & Trends [2024 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 2024 aggregated from multiple independent sources. By Maciej Duszyński, CPRW Dec 22, 2024
Career AdviceChildhood 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. By Bart Turczynski Dec 20, 2024
Career AdviceThe Collapse of the 40-Hour Work Week: What Comes Next?The 40-hour work week seems increasingly obsolete, especially after the pandemic. But what’s next? Should we adopt a new solution, such as the 4-day workweek? Read on to find out! By Danuta Detyna, CPRW Dec 18, 2024
Resume HelpHow Long Does It Take to Write a Resume? Zety’s StudyThe time spent on writing a resume depends on many elements. After all, it’s a highly personal document. See our study and learn the average time it takes to write a resume. By Maciej Tomaszewicz, CPRW Dec 18, 2024
Career AdviceWhat Is Bare Minimum Monday? (Meaning and How It Works)Everybody hates Mondays, and some people are trying to change that with the “bare minimum Monday” trend. But what is it? And should you try it? We’re here to share the answers. By Caio Sampaio, CPRW Dec 12, 2024
Career AdviceCareer Hubs: Fastest-Growing Jobs Across AmericaExplore the fastest-growing careers and uncover the top states where these opportunities thrive. Find out where your next big career move could be. By Dominika Kowalska, CPRW Dec 5, 2024
Career AdviceThe Most Popular Resume Skills: A 2024 Zety US StudyI’ve analyzed over 93 thousand resumes created in our builder to tell you all about the skills for your resume. Find out which and how many skills Americans list on their resumes! By Danuta Detyna, CPRW Nov 28, 2024
Career AdviceWho Wrote The Most Resumes? Zety’s Job Title Study 2024Which profession is the most active in writing a resume and, therefore, probably looking for a job? Let’s see the numbers from Zety’s 7 different markets worldwide. By Maciej Tomaszewicz, CPRW Nov 28, 2024
Career AdviceThe Most Popular Resume Skills Worldwide: Zety’s 2024 StudySome skills are always universal. It’s good to show them on your resume. We’ve studied what they are, and here are the results. By Maciej Tomaszewicz, CPRW Nov 28, 2024
Career AdviceZety Releases 2025 Future of Work ReportDiscover the top workplace trends for 2025 with Zety’s Future of Work Report. Explore insights on AI upskilling, ethical hiring practices, HR dynamics, and recruitment preferences. By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Nov 20, 2024
Career AdviceZety Report Finds 81% of Recruiters Have Rejected a Candidate Based on Details in their Cover LetterTo find out more about how recruiters evaluate applicants, Zety polled 753 recruiters for its Recruiting Preferences Report. By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Nov 8, 2024
Career Advice75% of Workers May Leave Their Jobs Due to Political EnvironmentA new Zety survey finds 75% of U.S. employees are considering leaving their jobs due to political discussions at work, while 60% believe political talk should be banned. By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Oct 18, 2024
Career Advice3 Dangerous TikTok Trends Job Seekers Should IgnoreTikTok offers dubious career and job search advice that can put your professional reputation in jeopardy. Here are three TikTok trends to avoid. By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Oct 16, 2024
Career Advice38% of HR Managers More Likely to Interview Candidates Who Use AI in Job ApplicationsAI tools have become a go-to for applicants who want to alleviate the stress of resume and cover letter writing. Zety asked 500 HR managers how they feel about this emerging trend. By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Oct 7, 2024
Career AdviceBoost Your Hiring Odds: Discover the Perfect Resume LengthWhat’s the average resume length? Who writes the longest resumes? To find out, we’ve analyzed over 170,000 resumes created in our builder. Read on to learn what we’ve discovered! By Danuta Detyna, CPRW Aug 9, 2024
Career AdviceSurvey Finds 57% of Employees Would Rather Give Up Their Job Than Their Workplace Romance1,000+ workers share their experiences with workplace romance By Dominika Kowalska, CPRW Jul 12, 2024
Career AdviceThe Truth about Mondays: 2023 Work Week ResearchDifferent workdays evoke different emotions. Are Mondays the worst and Fridays the best? Not necessarily. Here’s how people really feel about each day of the workweek. By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Jun 17, 2024
Career AdviceWorkers on the Gig Economy: 2022 StatisticsGig job or full-time employment? Here’s what people think about the concept of short-term and contract work. By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Jun 17, 2024
Career AdviceTop Traits and Qualities Employers Look for in 2024Discover the personality traits and qualities that recruiters and hiring managers value the most and find out the “X factor” that’ll win them over. By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Jun 17, 2024
Career AdviceReturn to Office or Remain Remote? What Workers Want in 2022Home office, inflationary pay rise, or some other benefits? Here’s what employees value at the workplace in 2022. By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Jun 17, 2024
Career AdviceJob Hunting Nightmares: What Are Recruiters Doing Wrong?The Great Resignation means major job ad scouring. Cringeworthy job ads and nightmare recruiters won’t cut it anymore! 1000+ American workers share the no-nos. By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Jun 17, 2024