Are you applying for jobs? Avoid these common resume and cover letter mistakes to increase your chances of getting invited for an interview. When you’re in the middle of your job search, you’re ...

Dear Sam: I just read in your column about how cover letters are still important. My sons are looking for jobs and have been most of the summer. Most of the jobs they’ve been applying for have been ...

The cover letter bridges the gap between your skills and experiences with the position you’re applying for. Capture the reader’s attention with your interest in the company, a voice that fits your ...

Crafting a resume and cover letter that doubles as a sales letter is a game-changer for ambitious professionals seeking six-figure roles. Your resume and cover letter should sell you as the ultimate ...

Resumes and cover letters may seem like mere formalities, but in fact they’re often your best chance to make a good impression on a school. Many busy school recruiters place great value on the ...

The first step to a good resume is choosing a format. According to the popular job site Indeed.com, a chronological resume is a good choice if you’ve spent the past several years in the same industry ...

Toni Thompson is the head of HR at the Muse. She's read hundreds of résumés and cover letters. Here she talks about common mistakes she keeps seeing. The following is a transcript of the video. This ...

Dear Sam: I just read in your column about how cover letters are still important. My sons are looking for jobs and have been most of the summer. Most of the jobs they’ve been applying for have been ...