How To List Contract Work on LinkedIn
How to list contract work on LinkedIn: which Employment type to pick, what to name yourself, and how to group short contracts cleanly.
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The Complete Guide To Listing a U.S. Military Address on Your Resume
Official mailing addresses for the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard, plus where a military address belongs on your resume.
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Can a Resume Be Two Pages? Here’s What Hiring Managers in 2026 Say
Yes, a resume can be two pages if you have 10+ years of relevant experience or a senior role. A recruiter on when two pages helps, and when it hurts.
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Is It Embarrassing to Go Back to Your Old Job?
Going back to an old job is more common than you think: 35% of new hires are returning employees. How to decide, and how to get past the awkwardness.
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Why Your Resume Should Include a Phone Number and How To Format It Correctly
Should you put your phone number on your resume? Yes. Here’s the right format ((123) 456-7890), where it goes, and privacy-safe options if you’re wary.
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Volunteer Work on a Resume: Examples and Templates
Downloadable volunteer resume templates plus six copy-paste examples (nonprofit, hospital, student, and more) with bullets that show real impact.
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Recruiter’s Advice: Lying About GPA on Your Resume
Can you lie about your GPA on a resume? No. Employers can verify it with one transcript request. A recruiter on handling a low GPA honestly instead.
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What to Name Your Cover Letter and Resume Files
What to name your resume file (think John_Smith_Resume.pdf). Good and bad filename examples, what to leave out, and how to save it as a PDF.
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Should You Use the Past or Present Tense on Your Resume?
Resumes should be written in past tense, even for your current job, with one exception. A recruiter explains when present tense is right, with examples.
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