What Is an Applicant Tracking System? Your Questions Answered!

You’ve probably seen the stats that say a majority of resumes are screened out by applicant tracking systems (ATS) and never seen by a human. Or you’ve heard that if you don’t use enough of the right keywords, your application …

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The Dirty Dozen: The Worst Things You Can Put On a Resume In 2022

Here’s a sad fact.

Most people are still writing 20th century resumes.

Back in high school or college, someone showed you how to write one and you have never changed it up. Well, just like big hair isn’t in fashion …

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How to Read a Job Description the Right Way—So You Can Stop Sending Resumes Into the Void

When’s the last time you read a job description? If you’re currently job hunting, your immediate answer might be something like “last night” or “a few minutes ago.” But ask yourself: When’s the last time you really read a job …

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How to Write an Effective Cover Letter

How to Write an Effective Cover Letter

By: Sabriyah Arain

When applying for a job or internship, a company may ask you to submit a cover letter along with your resume. A cover letter is an important document in that …

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Ready, Set, Revamp Your Resume!

Ready, Set, Revamp Your Resume! 

 By: Molly Mularoni

As a business student, I’m sure that you have heard time and time again how important it is to have a strong resume. This one page document is the first impression an …

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