A well-crafted resume can make your job application shine. And no resume is complete without a summary statement. A summary statement is like a movie trailer; it quickly captures an audience’s ...

The navel gazing that’s typical in an outdated “objective statement” style resume header isn’t going to help you get ahead in today’s increasingly competitive job market. Instead, you should use the ...

It’s been well established that the good ol’ objective statement has gone out of fashion in the world of resumes. But what’s all this about its replacement—the summary statement? Depending on who you ...

Writing great resume headlines and summaries should be simple – and they are. They can also help you land interviews by standing out from the pile. A resume headline, also referred to as a ...

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: 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 ...

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 ...

Applying for jobs can often be a difficult and time-consuming process, particularly in the current climate in which jobs are scarce and the number of applicants high, despite the continuing economic ...

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 ...