In the competitive job market of 2025, having the correct resume format is more crucial than ever. As technology evolves and hiring practices become more sophisticated, your resume must stand out both ...

I’ve always been a big fan of a traditional resume format that begins with name and contact information at the top, followed by education and then relevant work experience. Why? As a hiring manager, ...

Man writing resume and in home office with laptop. You find a job you like. You decide to create or update your resume and hit "apply." Weeks or months pass, and you hear nothing back from the ...

As we approach 2026, a solid resume builder is a must-have for anyone job hunting. A simple template will not cut it anymore.

Updating your résumé means more than refreshing the information. You also need to reformat the document with new typefaces, graphical elements, and page design. Failure to modernize these elements can ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kara Dennison writes about careers, leadership, and the job market. Your resume remains one of the most critical documents in your ...

Looking to apply to cybersecurity jobs? Competition is fierce, so you'll need an edge. Cybersecurity is a rapidly-growing field — the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that information security ...

Samantha Nolan is a Certified Professional Resume Writer with a graduate degree in Marketing and Communication, and owner of Ladybug Design, a full-service resume writing and interview coaching firm.