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 ...

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 ...

According to the Pulse of the American Worker Survey by Prudential, about 1 in 4 workers plan to look for a new job after the pandemic. Whether you plan on looking for a new job or have your eye on a ...

There’s an old adage for writers pitching a movie in Hollywood: If the premise can’t fit on the back of a business card, it’s dead in the water. That’s maxim holds true for your resume, as well.

Dear Sam: The part of my resume that I'm struggling with the most is my summary statement. Can you share some advice about how to write one effectively? I'm so used to having an objective statement ...

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 ...

Dear Sam: I have a question about a qualifications summary versus an objective statement. I hear experts say both ways are the "best" and don't use the other. Which is correct? Does it depend on the ...

A resume objective statement at the top of your resume is an excellent way to showcase your skills and competencies that align with the job requirements. A resume objective can also highlight your ...