modern resume
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What is an applicant tracking system (ATS), and how do recruiters use them? You’re just about to hit “send” on the resume you worked on with your career coach — the one you worked diligently to optimize keywords and align your experience with the needs of the role. However, you can’t help but compare this…
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Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and hiring platforms like Greenhouse ATS have replaced Human Resources’s need for file cabinets filled with paper resumes. While these systems were created to improve efficiency in the hiring process, many people have mixed feelings about the technology, leading some to refer to ATS as “the black hole of death.” Greenhouse,…
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Job postings for legal positions in large companies are on the decline. Companies are hiring less as they face fewer clients and deals. According to the law firm hiring tracker Leopard Solutions, there was a 6% decrease in job openings in 2023 compared to 2022. The number of job openings went down from 15,424 to…
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Writing an Executive Resume with Examples and Worksheets Everyone has a story to tell. Writing an executive resume is an opportunity to unlock your own story and grow in your ability to share it with others. In this article, I will help you tell your story better in the form of an executive resume. To create…
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Whether updating an old resume or crafting a new one, the first differences one might notice between older and modern examples are those that first meet the eye: formatting, design elements, color, call-out boxes, etc. However, while all of these elements are critically important in guiding the reader’s eye through the content of your resume,…
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We all know the importance of having a well-written, effective resume: you only have a short amount of time to gain attention and generate interest in your potential as a candidate. According to a study by Ladders, recruiters spend just 7.4 seconds scanning a resume. That’s less than 8 seconds to prove why you are…
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As a senior executive, your resume is an important tool for showcasing your skills, experience, and achievements to potential employers. However, in today’s competitive job market, a traditional resume may not be enough to stand out from the crowd. That’s where the modernized senior executive resume comes in. A modern resume is a dynamic and…
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Job seekers need to stand out in a sea of applicants and taking the time to create a modern executive resume could make a huge difference. According to an eye-tracking study done by Ladders, the average recruiter only spends 6 to 8 seconds scanning your resume before passing on you as a candidate OR continuing…
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The gold standard is a professionally curated resume, which can be expensive. Alternatively, DIY job seekers can use a resume template to create a powerful resume. Content on a resume is important but equally important is resume format. Resumes should be formatted with the intention of grabbing the employer’s attention quickly.