The Elevator

Skills-based resumes put more of an emphasis on the skills required for a role, rather than what was achieved at each previous employer. We explore when this format (also known as a functional resume) may prove most useful for a job seeker.

When you’re applying for a job online, being able to see how many applicants you’re up against can be a helpful (if slightly intimidating) insight. Resume.io has utilized this feature on LinkedIn to discover the most and least competitive American companies for job hunters across key industries and Big Tech.

Not sure about putting security clearance intel on your resume? Here, we’ll brief you on what can and should be disclosed when classified information safeguards are a hiring consideration.

When it comes to crafting your resume, you need to sweat the small stuff. Hiring managers will be looking for every indication of your suitability. Any resume mistake can easily count against you.

Opportunities abound for women interested in a programming career, even in the absence of any computer science background. The astonishing number of online learning options shows you’re in good company. We’ll try to decode the process for getting started as a female coder.

No job search should be governed by strict rules. Every individual situation demands a personal approach – a hybrid resume may be a valid option in certain cases.

A high school diploma is the foundation for the rest of your educational and professional experiences. Here’s how and when to add it to your resume.

A winning job application needs to be tailored to the job position. A successfully targeted resume builds a story from your experience about why you’re right for this job!

Mastering the art of resume writing no longer needs to be a mystery. If you want to land more interviews and get hired faster, we’ve got you covered. Let’s take a look at the golden rules for writing this potentially powerful document.

We get it. When life happens on the go, you want your job hunt to do the same. Feel like you’re falling behind? This comprehensive guide will help you find the best way to stay on top of your job search and learn how to make a resume on your iPhone.

Trying to pare down your skills list and wondering which will set you apart from the crowd and which you can jettison without losing standing in the ATS? Our super analysis of millions of job applications lets you know exactly what skills and courses other people put on their resume.