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About ResumeGuides

ResumeGuides is a collection of practical guides for people writing or improving a resume. Each article starts from a specific question people really ask, such as how to handle a gap or whether a bullet is worth keeping, and answers it directly before going into detail.

The focus is on clear, credible resumes and applications rather than self-promotion, and on being honest about what a resume can and cannot do.

ResumeGuides is a research-based reference: the guides summarize published guidance and are checked and dated, as described in how we check our advice. The site does not claim professional recruiting credentials or first-hand testing.

What you will find here

• Resume basics for structure, sections and what to cut.
• Resume formats for choosing a layout that fits your history.
• Experience writing for bullets that show real work.
• ATS optimization for matching a resume to a job post.
• Cover letters for deciding when to write one and what to say.

There are also free tools and choosing guides. If you are not sure where to begin, start here.

How to read the guides

The guides are general guidance, not a promise of any outcome, and what works for one person may not work for another. Any dollar figures are illustrative examples, not benchmarks or predictions. No resume advice can promise an interview or a job offer, and employers, industries and hiring software differ in what they prefer. Where it matters for your situation, check the rules that apply to you or ask a qualified professional.

Corrections and contact

If you spot a mistake or something unclear, please tell us and we will review it. Use the contact form to reach the ResumeGuides team.

For more on how the site works, see the editorial policy, the disclaimer and the privacy policy.