Resume & Career Guides
Well-researched guides and examples on resume writing, ATS compatibility, interviews, career growth, LinkedIn, and cover letters.
How to Research a Company for Your Cover Letter
How do you research a company to keep your cover letter from sounding generic, and how do you use what you find?
How to Write a Cover Letter for a Cold Application
How should you write a cover letter when reaching out directly to a company without an open posting? A guide to a different approach.
Applying by Email: What Should You Write Instead of a Cover Letter?
How should you write the email body when sending your resume directly by email? A guide to a short, effective application email.
Should You State Salary Expectations in a Cover Letter?
How do you include salary expectations in your cover letter when a posting asks for them? When to state it, and when to avoid it.
Can You Apply Without a Cover Letter? What If It's Listed as 'Optional'?
What should you do when a posting makes the cover letter optional or doesn't mention it at all? A decision-making guide.
Is LinkedIn Premium Worth It? Free vs. Premium Compared
What features does LinkedIn Premium offer, and do you really need it while job hunting? A guide to help you decide.
How to Announce Leaving a Job on LinkedIn
How do you professionally share that you've left a job or started a new role on LinkedIn?
How to Choose and Order Your LinkedIn Skills
How should you fill out your LinkedIn skills list, and which skills should you pin to the top? A guide to boosting search visibility.
How to Design a LinkedIn Banner (Cover Photo)
How do you design a professional and effective LinkedIn cover photo? Size, content, and design tips.
What You Should Know When Starting a New Job
What should you pay attention to in your first weeks at a new job? A guide to making a strong first impression and settling in.
Mid-Career Pivot: Turning Your Experience Into an Advantage
Want to switch fields in the middle of your career? Here's how to turn your accumulated experience into an advantage rather than a liability.
How to Find a Job in a Different Country: Where Should You Start?
Where should you start when job hunting internationally? A guide to resume adaptation, work visas, and job search channels.