Someone recently asked me to explain the difference between a resume and a curriculum vitae, or CV.  While these documents are largely similar, they use different formats to present a candidate’s work history because they’re intended for different audiences. In the fast-paced professional world, hiring managers Read more…

Many career experts today are focusing on content and harping on key accomplishments and selling yourself to the hiring manager. We’ve covered those topics, but we are still seeing weaknesses with job seekers’ resumes in the format/design area. So we’ve decided to write a series of Read more…

Your resume format is quite possibly one of the most important points of your resume. I say this because it is the very first thing a recruiter or employer sees. Therefore, it is your first impression and as first impressions go it should be a strong, Read more…