Getting a job almost always starts with a stellar resume. It's what gets you noticed and it's your ticket to job interviews. With so many other people applying for the same job, if your resume is lackluster or not up to snuff then you're doomed to slip through the cracks and blend in with the crowd. That's why we've brought in experts and written invaluable articles that will not only help you create a superior resume, but point out common pitfalls and resume blunders you should avoid at all costs.

Resume Tips Advice

• Making Mom Marketable

  At some point, several of those who have put their careers on back burner will make the decision to re-enter the workforce; sometimes driven by economic factors such as rising gas prices or jobs cuts. Chicago outplacement consultants … Read more...

• Job Search 101: Seven Keys to a Killer Cover Letter

  Most job seekers understand the value and importance of a well-organized resume but spend far less energy on crafting a strong cover letter. What they fail to realize is that resumes and cover letters go hand-in-hand. Read more...

• Job Search 101: 8 Keys to Better Networking

  ccording to the U.S. Department of Labor, about 5 percent of job seekers obtain jobs through the open job market which consists of help wanted ads, the internet and print publications. Another 24 percent obtain jobs by cold-calling … Read more...

• What if a salary history is "required," and I don't send one?

  Although salary histories are a useful tool to help recruiters screen candidates, they don't do much for the prospective employee's negotiating position. Read more...

• Can a prospective employer ask my last employer what I earned?

  Rarely would a company go behind a candidate's back to verify employment information, but they can and do double-check background information including pay. Read more...

• Job Search 101: How to Evaluate an Offer

  Just like an interview, a job offer can tell you a great deal about a potential employer. An offer can reveal how serious the employer is about the offer, how valuable you are to the company, and most importantly, whether you should make … Read more...

• Layoff Survival Guide

  These 10 tips are good habits to get into to manage your career even in boom times. So even if you're one of the lucky ones who aren't concerned about being laid off, put the economy to work for you. Let it motivate you to get ready for an … Read more...

• Should I Address Several Months of Contract Work on My Resume?

  I have worked at a few short-term contract positions in the past few months after being laid off by my previous employer. How should I present this information on my resume? Is it possible to consolidate this experience into just one entry? … Read more...

• How Should I Represent My Co-Op Position on My Resume?

  I am working on my associate degree with a double major in purchasing/business management. I have been a co-op student with the same company in the procurement department for a year and a half, and have just finished my co-op requirement. I … Read more...

• How to Prepare Your References

  When asking people to serve as a reference, choose people who are unquestionably ready to offer a glowing report. If you won't be using them immediately, you should chose people that you would naturally keep in contact with as you move … Read more...

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