Did you know most recruiters and hiring managers prefer a two-page resume? For years, there has been continuous debate on if two-page resumes are okay for job seekers. While some people have very strong opinions about this question, the answer is much more complicated than an opinion conveys. One-, two-, and three-page resumes all have […]
A Guide On When to Use a One-Page Resume
Did you know hiring managers spend roughly one-third of their week sourcing candidates? When you picture how many resumes hiring managers must see each week, you’ll realize it’s vital you have a professional, eye-catching document. Many people struggle with this because they don’t know if they need a one-page resume or two pages. Both resume […]
How to Use the STAR Method in Resumes
The average hiring manager spends 6-7 seconds looking at an incoming resume. If you want your resume to get read more, you have to make it shine. This includes the format, the font, and most importantly, the writing. You may have heard of behavioral interview questions that employers use to get information from candidates. You’re […]
What Is a Hybrid Resume and When Do You Use It?
As of March 2022, there were 6 million unemployed citizens in the US. That’s a lot of potential competition for your next job search. It’s clear why having a great, professionally-written resume is a must if you want to succeed. But what resume format is the best? There are functional, hybrid, and reverse-chronological resumes. Some […]
The Question Everyone Asks: Should a Resume Be in the Past Tense?
People who hire a professional resume writer increase their chances of being hired by 32%. One reason for this is that professional resume writers know how to navigate resume writing rules and the ATS so your resume shines. It’s hard to write a professional resume if you’re wondering should a resume be in the past […]
Functional Resume: How to Write One and When to Use It
On average, 118 people apply for a single job opening. When you think about that, it’s clear why having a great resume that showcases your strengths is a must if you want to get your dream job. Of course, what a great resume looks like varies from person to person. While hiring managers expect to […]
