A compelling resume summary is almost indispensable for job seekers aiming for six-figure positions. The resume summary is your first opportunity to grab the attention of hiring managers and show them ...

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 ...

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 ...

Include up-to-date, relevant information, experience, skills, and examples in all of your resume sections. Font size: Use ...

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Dear Sam: Should I open my resume with a qualifications summary or an objective statement? Does it depend on the position? I feel a qualifications summary is not specific enough and doesn’t say what ...

The 2020 update for my best-selling Ladders Resume Guide is now available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle versions. I’ve included a brief excerpt below. This updated version is designed to make your ...

As a senior professional, your executive summary should capture attention instantly, ideally within a few brief, powerful sentences. This section is not the place to recount your entire career history ...

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 ...