Resume & Career Guides
Well-researched guides and examples on resume writing, ATS compatibility, interviews, career growth, LinkedIn, and cover letters.
Writing for Both an ATS and a Human Reader: A Balancing Guide
Is it possible to make your resume effective for both automated systems and human readers at once? A practical approach to balancing both.
How to Write a LinkedIn Post: A Guide to Boosting Your Visibility
How does posting regularly on LinkedIn help your career? A guide with post ideas and writing tips.
How to Apply to Jobs on LinkedIn: Easy Apply Tips
How does LinkedIn's 'Easy Apply' feature work, and when should you use it? A guide to a more effective LinkedIn application strategy.
What Does the LinkedIn 'Open to Work' Badge Actually Do?
What is LinkedIn's Open to Work badge, and when should you use it? Visibility advantages and things to watch out for.
What Date Format Should You Use on Your Resume? An ATS and Readability Guide
What format should you use for dates in your experience and education sections? Practical rules for consistency and ATS compatibility.
Using Abbreviations on Your Resume: When Is It Safe, When Is It Risky?
How should you use abbreviations on your resume? A strategy for spelling out both the full and short form so you don't miss an ATS match.
What Is an 'ATS Score'? How Resume Screening Systems Actually Rank You
How does an ATS score or rank your resume? A practical guide to understanding the matching logic behind the buzzword.
Career Change: How to Move Into a New Field From Scratch
What steps should you follow if you want to move into a completely different industry or profession? A guide to a planned transition.
How to Prepare for a Promotion: A Step-by-Step Guide
What steps should you take to move to the next rung of your career? What to do before you ask for a promotion.
How to Find a Mentor and Make the Most of a Mentorship
Why does finding a mentor matter for your career, how do you find the right one, and how do you get the most out of the relationship?
Resume Length: How Many Pages Should It Be?
Should your resume be one page or two? A guide to determining the right length based on your experience level and field.
How to List References on Your Resume: Are They Necessary?
Should you include reference information on your resume? How and when should it be listed, and in which cases is it unnecessary?