When employers or recruiters set out to hire for their companies, they usually end up sifting through many applicants with fairly similar résumés. Often, your best chance at landing the position ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robin Ryan is a career counselor who covers job search and careers. Times are changing thanks to more AI being used by employers.

Though they may seem mundane — especially in the LinkedIn era — resumes are important because they are the easiest way for an employer to get a snapshot of your skills and accomplishments. But despite ...

I’ve been applying for jobs but keep getting the same feedback — that my resume just isn’t strong enough to land the role. What does that mean exactly? Is there something I can do to make it more ...

Dear Sam: I am returning to the workforce after six years as a stay-at-home mom. My resume is outdated, and I am not sure how to grab the attention of employers as they will first see the huge gap in ...