If you’re aiming to please a hiring manager in your job search (and who isn’t?), then format your resume chronologically. In a recent Accountemps survey, 75% of hiring managers prefer a chronological ...

In the competitive job market of 2025, having the correct resume format is more crucial than ever. As technology evolves and hiring practices become more sophisticated, your resume must stand out both ...

Because a résumé is a personal introduction to a potential employer, it should convey a lasting, positive first impression. A well written résumé is clear, logically organized, and attractive - both ...

Navigating through the job market requires an impressive resume, one that highlights your skills, experience and achievements effectively. It’s the initial step towards getting noticed by recruiters, ...

Dear Sam: I think my resume is boring! The page just looks like a long list of bullet points. If I don't want to read my resume, I'm sure a hiring manager won't either. How can I be creative when ...

When applying for a new role, one of the most important documents you will present to a hiring manager is your resume. For many hiring managers, resumes flood in the moment a job is posted. This can ...

Dear Sam: Can you break down the different resume formatting options? I've been using the standard timeline format since graduating college 11 years ago, but I'm wondering if a different format would ...

Years ago there was only one resume format. It was chronological. In that format, we list our experiences from the most recent to the most distant in time. Then about thirty years ago a new resume ...