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Career Doctor: Common Resume Mistakes That Can Sink You

Most resume mistakes can be easily fixed. By taking the time to identify and resolve common problems, you give employers a clearer view of your skills and experience. Here are 10 common resume mistakes IT professionals make. Avoiding them will boost your chances of being invited in for an interview.

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Posted at 08:06AM Nov 12, 2009 in Resume Center  |  Comments[3]

Free Sample Resumes

We've added new samples to our set of more than 60 free resumes for you to use in crafting the best solution for your job search. Looking for one you don't see here? E-mail us.

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Posted at 08:06AM Nov 11, 2009 in Resume Center  |  Comments[4]

Stats Make the Resume

Sure, you can claim to be a hot big league pitcher, armed with a deceptive curve ball and blistering fast ball. But besides an endorsement contract or two, you need solid numbers in the earned run average, strikeout and home run columns  - plus a playoff or World Series appearance on three - to back it up.

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Posted at 10:48AM Sep 29, 2009 in Resume Center  |  Comments[0]

Resume Keywords: A Primer

If you want to advance from anonymous job applicant to interview candidate, your resume simply must include the right keywords. That's a fact of life today, no matter which company you apply to.

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Posted at 11:22AM Sep 10, 2009 in Resume Center  |  Comments[42]

Fundamentals of the Functional Resume

For candidates with non-traditional backgrounds, or those who are changing careers, the Functional Resume Format is often the best option.

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Posted at 05:19PM Aug 04, 2009 in Resume Center  | 

Made a Change? A Functional Resume May Help

A chronological resume, starting with the job you have now and going backwards in time to your first job, is the resume of choice for job seekers and hiring professionals alike. But in some situations, a functional resume organized by core skills and aptitudes can be a better choice.

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Posted at 02:20PM Aug 04, 2009 in Resume Center  | 

Resume Center: Entice Reviewers with a Winning Resume Design

Without a reviewer-friendly resume, even the most talented professional might be passed over for a competitor. By encasing your experience in an eye-catching design, you'll receive more than just a glance from reviewers.

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Posted at 11:26AM Aug 04, 2009 in Resume Center  | 

Choosing a Resume Consultant

Does it make sense to hire one of the countless writers out there who profess to be resume professionals?

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Posted at 01:00AM Aug 04, 2009 in Resume Center  | 

To Get the Job, Customize Your Approach

Customizing your approach to the candidate-selection process shows recruiters and hiring managers that you're the made-to-order solution to their needs.

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Posted at 01:00AM Aug 04, 2009 in Resume Center  | 

Custom Tailor Your Resume

Structure your resume properly, and customizing it becomes a snap. Why customize? So you can target job openings more effectively.

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Posted at 01:00AM Aug 04, 2009 in Resume Center  | 

Customize Your Resume With Plug and Play

Customizing your resume to match each job opportunity will result in more interviews and offers. But is the potential return worth the time investment? By utilizing a few resources and creating an experience inventory, resume customization can be as easy as "research," "edit" and "submit." 

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Posted at 01:00AM Aug 04, 2009 in Resume Center  | 

Beat the '10-Second Rule'

Custom-tailor your Headline and Summary of Qualifications to impress each employer.

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Posted at 01:00AM Aug 04, 2009 in Resume Center  |  Comments[1]

How Long Should Your Resume Be?

Following these general guidelines can dramatically improve your chances of creating a great resume.

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Posted at 01:00AM Aug 04, 2009 in Resume Center  | 

Tune Up Your Grammar

Syntax errors, poor spelling and bad punctuation all send the wrong message.

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Posted at 01:00AM Aug 04, 2009 in Resume Center  | 

Do You Know Your Resume's Hidden Surprises?

If a manager searches the Web about that hobby of yours, do you know what he'll find? Are you sure?

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Posted at 01:00AM Aug 04, 2009 in Resume Center  |  Comments[1]