Free Resume Writing Guides
Practical, plain-English guides to help you write a clearer resume and apply with confidence.
Whether you are writing your first resume or updating one you have had for years, a few simple choices can make a big difference to how it reads. These guides cover the questions we hear most often, from what to put in a summary to how applicant tracking systems read your file. Each one is free and written to be practical, with examples you can adapt to your own situation.
Resume objective examples and how to write one
A clear formula, 30 sample objectives you can adapt, and when a summary works better.
Read the guideShould a resume be one page?
How long your resume should be at each stage of your career, and practical ways to fit it on one page.
Read the guideStudent resume examples for high school and college
What to put on a student resume, two full examples, and the templates that make a short history look strong.
Read the guideHow to write a cover letter
Length, format, greeting, sign-off and a complete example, in plain language.
Read the guideResume formatting rules that recruiters expect
Small formatting choices decide whether a recruiter keeps reading. Here are the rules, with a checklist.
Read the guideHow to Write a Resume With No Experience
Writing your first resume? Learn what to include when you have no job history, with simple examples.
Read the guideResume Summary Examples (and How to Write Your Own)
A simple formula for writing a resume summary, with sample summaries you can adapt.
Read the guideATS-Friendly Resume: What It Is and How to Make One
How applicant tracking systems read resumes, and a practical checklist to keep yours easy to parse.
Read the guideBest Resume Format: Chronological, Functional or Combination
Compare the three main resume formats and learn which one fits your situation.
Read the guideResume vs CV: What Is the Difference?
Resume or CV? Learn the difference and which one to send for jobs in different countries.
Read the guideSkills to Put on a Resume
How to choose which skills to list, with examples for common job areas.
Read the guideResume Action Verbs: 100+ Strong Words
Over 100 action verbs grouped by skill, with before-and-after examples.
Read the guide15 Common Resume Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)
15 common mistakes that weaken a resume, each with a simple fix.
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