Resumes

Resume Basics

Why You Need a Résumé

A résumé is essentially a document that enables you to sell yourself to an employer; yet, as...

Types of Résumés

Before you begin your résumé, you need to know the different types of résumés and their...

Writing Your Résumé Step-by-Step

Where to begin? The blank page can be quite intimidating. Take some advice from other...

How to Avoid Common Résumé Mistakes

Employers may receive thousands of résumés for one position. Because of this, they are often...

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Chronological Resumes

Chronological resumes list most recent jobs first.
33 Samples

Functional Resumes

Functional resumes list skills and achievements first, then work history.
13 Samples

Combination Resumes

Combination resumes use elements from chronological and functional formats.
18 Samples