There’s an old adage for writers pitching a movie in Hollywood: If the premise can’t fit on the back of a business card, it’s dead in the water. That’s maxim holds true for your resume, as well.

Professional resume writers have abandoned the objective statement for an executive summary, but young professionals still rely on them and many amateur resume writers still insist. Time was, you ...

Since most resumes are written to cast a wide net, they basically just recite everything the writer has done, but this approach dilutes the all-important data density that makes your resume ...

Dear Sam: I'm really struggling to see why my resumes aren't effective. I have spent time explaining what I did at each job, highlighting accomplishments, and still I don't get a response. I even ...

A resume objective statement at the top of your resume is an excellent way to showcase your skills and competencies that align with the job requirements. A resume objective can also highlight your ...

Dear Sam: The part of my resume that I'm struggling with the most is my summary statement. Can you share some advice about how to write one effectively? I'm so used to having an objective statement ...

I'm updating my resume, and while I'm comfortable with my overall format and content, I'm having trouble with my "Summary" section. <BR><BR>In my business, I've found that an objective statement is ...