A well-crafted resume can make your job application shine. And no resume is complete without a summary statement. A summary statement is like a movie trailer; it quickly captures an audience’s ...

We were presenting a job-search workshop and the topic was branding. "You can brand yourself in the Summary at the top of your Human-Voiced Resume," I said. A fellow had a question. "I'm putting a ...

Writing great resume headlines and summaries should be simple – and they are. They can also help you land interviews by standing out from the pile. A resume headline, also referred to as a ...

A compelling resume summary is almost indispensable for job seekers aiming for six-figure positions. The resume summary is your first opportunity to grab the attention of hiring managers and show them ...

First impressions often shape a person’s expectations, whether of a place or person. Likewise, the moment a recruiter lays eyes on a resume, the first paragraph he or she reads will determine whether ...

It’s been well established that the good ol’ objective statement has gone out of fashion in the world of resumes. But what’s all this about its replacement—the summary statement? Depending on who you ...

Pinpoint your most relevant skills and experience to build a strong resume summary that introduces you as a prime candidate with executive appeal. Sean Burns’ resume didn’t feature any glaring flaws, ...

The first step to creating a high-impact resume is determining what you're trying to accomplish. With a clearly defined career objective, you can write a resume that conveys the experience, skills and ...

Dear Sam: I'm really struggling to see why my resumes aren't effective. I have spent time explaining what I did at each job, highlighting accomplishments, and still I don't get a response. I even ...

DEAR JOYCE: I’m confused about whether to put a job objective at the top of my resume. One book I read says yes, another says no. How do you see it? J.H. How you decide this issue definitely can ...