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Resume Help14 min read
Proofreading your Resume: 12 Tips
Published in Resume Help
by 
Susan Shor
Ready to craft a resume that catches the attention of recruiters? A Google doc resume template can give you a head start. Keep reading and we’ll help you decide whether it’s your best bet for success.
Published in Cover Letter
by 
Debbie Bride
It’s unwise to treat cover letter spacing as an afterthought. Get it right and readers likely won’t notice. But getting it wrong could mean game over. Even if they don’t realize what’s “off” about the letter, they’ll simply move on to the next application. The cover letter spacing advice in this guide will help make your letter reader-friendly.
Published in Resume Help
by 
Paul Drury
There are few skills that can have more of an impact on the success of a company than customer service skills. In this blog, we’ll show you how to talk about them on your resume.
Published in Job Interview
by Paul Drury
While there are always plenty of roles available at Walmart, the competition for them is fierce. How obsessed are you about outstanding customer service? This blog contains all our expert tips and advice for writing a job application for Walmart.
Published in Resume Help
by 
Emily Stoker
Your GED could be the key to opening a world of opportunities. So once it’s finally in your hands, how do you communicate it in the right way on your resume? This blog will walk you through each step.
Published in Career
Whether you’re moving on to new feats or simply taking a career break, you need to know how to write a simple resignation letter. Read our guide on how to let your boss know you’re leaving both professionally and politely.
Published in Resume Help
by Paul Drury
Any MBA is one of the most useful business qualifications in the world. Here is how you can include it on your resume for the optimal effect.
Published in Career
by Paul Drury
Working out what career you might enjoy involves some serious science. Luckily, we’ve rounded up a dozen of the best aptitude tests to do the heavy lifting for you.
Published in Resume Help
by Paul Drury
A great resume can clear the path to transforming your career. Investing in a resume writer is common. But who can you trust to do you justice?
Published in Job Interview
by Susan Shor
“Tell me about yourself” — the dreaded opening interview question that most candidates will face at some point in their career. In this blog, we'll show you how to answer it and provide examples of great responses.
Published in Career
Money isn’t everything. However, when you’re deciding what career path to take, you have to consider the pay. We’ve got you covered. In this guide, we will take a look at some of the highest-paying trade jobs and why you should pursue them.
