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Cover Letter Tips for Finance Professionals
If you’re looking for a job in financial services, a dynamic cover letter will boost your candidacy. Make your letter stand out with these tips.
November 11‚ 2008
Top 9 Cover Letter Tips for Technology Professionals
A hastily written letter or no letter at all could be stalling your IT job search. Follow these nine tips to compose a winning cover letter.
November 03‚ 2008
Get Your Resume Ready for the Recession
The economy is hitting hard times, but that doesn’t mean your job search has to. Demonstrate your value on your resume with these tips.
June 05‚ 2008
Insider Tips for a Powerful Insurance Sales Resume
Whether you’re an established agent or an aspiring one, you’ll need a resume that speaks to the needs of insurance companies. Follow this advice.
April 07‚ 2008
Audio: Tips to Fine-Tune Your Resume for a Career Change
What’s the first step to change careers? Create a targeted resume. This podcast with Kim Isaacs, Monster Resume Expert offers step-by-step guidance.
February 06‚ 2008
Audio: How to Write a Cover Letter for Your Career Change
Looking to change careers? Listen to Kim Isaacs advice on how to write an effective cover letter that will open doors in this podcast.
February 06‚ 2008
Four Critical Resume Self-Marketing Elements
To get the interview, and ultimately the job, make sure your resume effectively markets you by including these four critical elements.
October 11‚ 2007
Monster Resume Makeover: Orthodontic Tech to Realtor
Shelley wants to make a career change from orthodontic tech to Realtor. Watch as The Resume Expert helps her communicate her new brand.
September 28‚ 2007
Five Resume Tips for College Students
College students need resumes, too. To get started writing yours, follow these five tips from Monster’s Resume Expert.
September 05‚ 2007
Explain Your Sabbatical on Your Resume
Have you taken time off from your career? The Resume Expert tells you how to address your break when returning to the workforce.
August 30‚ 2007
Resume Tips by Industry
Ready to update your resume? These industry tips from our experts will point you in the right direction.
July 30‚ 2007
Update Your Resume Week
August 11-15 is Update Your Resume Week 2008. Follow our advice to freshen up your resume and make it shine so you're ready for opportunity.
July 30‚ 2007
Is a Combination Resume Right for You?
Use a combination resume to incorporate the best of the chronological and functional formats. Here's how.
July 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips for Job Fair Success
A job fair means mingling with an array of recruiters. To get their attention, your resume must be a quick read.
July 13‚ 2007
Let Sample Resumes Inspire You, Not Define You
How do you use the best parts of sample resumes to spruce up your own? The Resume Expert explains how to customize, not plagiarize.
June 14‚ 2007
Resume Presentation
Wondering how to best present your ever-important resume? Check out valuable resume tips from Monster members just like you.
May 31‚ 2007
Rev Up Your Resume to Relocate
Hoping to make a move? Get the ball rolling on landing the right job in the right location with these expert strategies.
April 06‚ 2007
Lawrence ‘Lucky’ Leprechaun’s Resume
Will The Resume Expert’s take on a wee Irish sprite’s resume bring you closer to your own career pot of gold this St. Patrick’s Day?
March 07‚ 2007
Audio: Resume Style Tips
Need help creating your resume? Hear Monster’s interview with The Elements of Resume Style author Scott Bennett.
March 06‚ 2007
Get the Interview
These six tips will help you get your resume noticed and propel you along to the next step -- landing an interview.
February 28‚ 2007
From Combat to the Private Sector
Learn how to rework your resume with our expert advice to help you land a private-sector job after serving in the military.
February 22‚ 2007
Presidential Resumes
What would the resumes of two great presidents like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln look like? See what The Resume Expert put together.
February 16‚ 2007
Ten Resume Laws
To plead your case for a job in the legal field, you need a great resume. Check out these 10 dos and don’ts from legal recruiters.
February 13‚ 2007
Refresh Your Retro Resume in 6 Steps
Haven't updated your resume for awhile? It’s time you follow these six tips to bring that retro resume up-to-date.
January 23‚ 2007
Refresh Your Resume
Need a reason to update your resume? A resume refresher, done regularly, could lead to career advancement. Learn more.
January 23‚ 2007
Should You Disclose a Disability on Your Resume?
If you’re a job seeker with a disability, learn when you should mention your condition and how.
January 22‚ 2007
New Beginnings for Your Cover Letter
Your cover letter needs to get an employer’s attention from the start. Check out these sample opening lines, by position.
January 22‚ 2007
Working Job Fairs?
A job fair is a great opportunity to meet lots of potential employer. Here's how to prepare for this event.
January 20‚ 2007
Avoid the Top 10 Resume Mistakes
Aren't sure what to put on your first resume? Make sure you don't include one of these common errors.
January 20‚ 2007
Healthcare Internship Resumes
No experience? No problem. Learn what you should highlight when writing a resume for a healthcare internship.
January 20‚ 2007
Healthcare Cover Letter Dos and Don'ts
First impressions count, so a dynamite cover letter can be the difference between success and failure in your healthcare job search.
January 20‚ 2007
Healthcare Resume Q&As
The Resume Expert answers your most pressing questions about writing and revising your healthcare resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Public Relations Resume Tips
Make your resume as effective a communication tool as your clients' projects. Follow these resume experts' tips.
January 20‚ 2007
Marketing Resume Tips
As a marketing pro, you need to apply your work instincts to your resume to help build your personal brand. Here's how.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips for Advertising Pros
Learn how to apply your ability to create a hot advertising campaign to a more personal commercial: Your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Get Your 50-Plus Resume Right
Older job seekers often ignore or overreact to the task of preparing a relevant resume. Learn how to get it just right.
January 20‚ 2007
Effectively Present Your Military Skills
How can you best show off your military skills on your resume to land civilian interviews and then a job? Try these tips.
January 20‚ 2007
Out of Uniform
You've gained a wealth of experience and skills in the military. Now you need to prove that on your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips for Radiology Professionals
Is your resume a plain list of radiology credentials? Create an impressive picture of your skills. Here's how.
January 20‚ 2007
A Temp's Resume Success Story
Read this Monster member's story and learn to translate your temporary experience into a resume that bears results.
January 20‚ 2007
Could a Blue-Collar Resume Get You a Better Job?
Resumes used to be unheard of in blue-collar industries. But the word is out that they can help you sell your skills. Learn how.
January 20‚ 2007
Healthcare Degree, But No Experience
Overcome this common hurdle by developing a resume with healthcare employers' needs in mind. Learn how here.
January 20‚ 2007
Accessorize Your Healthcare Resume
The Monster Resume Builder lets you jazz up your resume with praise that may exist only on paper. Here's how.
January 20‚ 2007
Three Steps to a Winning Pharmacist Resume
Pharmacists are in demand, but your resume still needs to stand out. These steps are a prescription for success.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips for Pharmacy Technicians
A well-crafted, custom-tailored resume can help you land the job of your choice. Experts dispense some advice here.
January 20‚ 2007
Cover Letter Etiquette
Some see cover letters as an insignificant part of the job search. Stand out by paying extra attention to yours.
January 20‚ 2007
Five Tips for Writing Your QUICKApply Cover Letter
QUICKApply simplifies applying to a Monster job posting, but you need an all-purpose cover letter. Write it with these tips.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips for Finance Professionals
Tune up your resume to highlight the financial expertise and accomplishments employers are looking for.
January 20‚ 2007
What's Your Objective?
Learn the how, where, what, when and why of incorporating your professional goals into your resume with these expert tips.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips for Healthcare Professionals
Check out these tips on how to create a resume showcasing the qualities healthcare employers are looking for.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips for Technology Professionals
There may be lots of jobs out there for IT workers, but there's also more competition. Make sure your resume makes its way to the top of the pile.
January 20‚ 2007
Keyword Challenge
If you want employers to find you in the enormous electronic pile of resumes, focus on the keywords you use.
January 20‚ 2007
Admin/Support Resume Tips
In the space of a one-page document, you've got to show an employer you're organized, reliable, skilled and motivated. Does your resume do that for you?
January 20‚ 2007
Keywords that Work
Carefully used buzzwords, also known as keywords, are an important consideration for your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Cover Letter FAQs
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips for Physical Therapy Professionals
Follow these tips so your physical therapy resume will showcase your experience for potential employers.
January 20‚ 2007
Cover Letters That Sell
Other things being equal, the job candidate who puts extra effort into a cover letter has the better chance.
January 20‚ 2007
How to Write a Career Summary
This important tool should be hard-hitting. Learn to deliver a direct hit every time you send out your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Cover Letters to Recruiters
How can you make sure your cover letters to recruiters stand out? Get tips straight from those who read them.
January 20‚ 2007
Leverage Volunteer Work on Your Resume
Volunteering doesn't just feel good -- it's good for your career. Learn how to leverage this experience with The Resume Expert's advice.
January 20‚ 2007
Sell Yourself with Sales Resume Tips
Employ your sales savvy on your resume to best present your experience and gain an edge in the job market.
January 20‚ 2007
Use Numbers to Highlight Your Accomplishments
Quantifying your accomplishments tends to catch people's eyes, including recruiters'. Learn how to use numbers effectively on your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Ten Cover Letter Don'ts
Don't miss your chance to grab the hiring manager's attention. Let this list of 10 common missteps guide you.
January 20‚ 2007
Your Career Objective
January 20‚ 2007
Boolean Basics
When you're trying to find something online -- including your next job -- understanding Boolean logic can help.
January 20‚ 2007
Beat the Blue-Collar Resume Blues
Many workers don't pay enough attention to this tool. Follow these tips for a resume that helps you stand out.
January 20‚ 2007
Monster Cover Letters
Now that your resume is on Monster, learn how to create an attention-grabbing cover letter to go with it.
January 20‚ 2007
Administrative/Support Resume Tips
As a support professional, you are the heart of the organization. Make sure you stand out on paper.
January 20‚ 2007
Tips for Creating a Concise Resume
Common sense is the best judge of what belongs in your resume -- using it will help you keep your resume to the point.
January 20‚ 2007
Lying on Your Resume
Experts say that more than half of us do it, but these untruths can have career consequences -- and even get you fired.
January 20‚ 2007
Create a Salary History
Learn how to tackle this request from employers tactfully -- and turn it into a chance to market yourself.
January 20‚ 2007
Cold Cover Letters
More than 80 percent of job openings are unadvertised. Try using a cold cover letter to get a jump on the competition.
January 20‚ 2007
Customer Service Resume Tips
When it comes to creating a resume that gets results, these tips can help you be your own best customer service provider.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Dilemma: Employment Gaps and Job-Hopping
Worried about those gaps in your employment track record? Here are some ways to put a better spin on your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Breaking Tradition with a Functional Resume
If you have a spotty work history or are trying to switch careers, this resume format may do the trick.
January 20‚ 2007
Why Stock Cover Letters Don't Work
Sending out the same cover letter for every job you want may seem efficient, but extra effort saves you time later.
January 20‚ 2007
Posting Your Healthcare Resume
If you haven't posted your resume on Monster yet, here are answers to some common questions about the process.
January 20‚ 2007
Create Strong Titles
The Resume Titles field is one of the most important sections in the Monster Resume Builder. Here's how to best use it.
January 20‚ 2007
How to Decide on Resume Length
Don't be too concerned with your resume's length -- as long as it's detailed enough to get you an interview.
January 20‚ 2007
Dig Deep for Accomplishments
Your resume should trumpet the best of what you've achieved in your career. Here's help finding what to say.
January 20‚ 2007
Renew Your Resume
Your resume can't work for you if it's expired. This Quick Tip reminds you to check your Monster account.
January 20‚ 2007
The Top Keywords Recruiters Use to Find You
Want to know which words recruiters use most often when searching through resumes in our database? Here's the list.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Dilemma: Career Change
Thinking of changing fields? Learn how to revamp your resume to emphasize your new objective and key qualifications.
January 20‚ 2007
Seven First-Time Resume Concerns
Are you worried about how to put your entry-level resume together? Get answers to seven of the most common questions.
January 20‚ 2007
Corporate Restructuring and Your Resume
In a corporate world that thrives on constant change, you've got to find ways to keep your resume intact.
January 20‚ 2007
Your Resume's Look Is as Important as Its Content
The first thing a potential employer will notice about your resume is the layout. Try these tips to make sure it's a positive first impression.
January 20‚ 2007
Avoid These 7 Killer Cover Letter Mistakes
Don't ruin a great resume with a poorly crafted cover letter. Here are seven common blunders you must avoid.
January 20‚ 2007
Understand Smart Resume Packaging vs. Exaggeration
You may be tempted to stretch the truth on your resume, but there's a difference between presenting yourself well and being dishonest.
January 20‚ 2007
Show Your Skills on Your IT Resume
Presenting your technical skills on a resume can be a challenge. Find out what hiring managers want to see.
January 20‚ 2007
Race, Sex and Religion on Your Resume
Don't fall victim to prejudice by opening the door on your resume. The key is knowing what you should omit.
January 20‚ 2007
Volunteer Work Does Your Resume Good
Feel stuck in a line of work that's a bad fit? Grow into a new field by volunteering for gay/lesbian nonprofits.
January 20‚ 2007
Audio: Marketing Resume Career Tip
Find out how to use your resume to build your own brand and differentiate yourself from the competition. Monster Resume Expert Kim Isaacs explains.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips to Help Nursing Assistants Get Noticed
Don't rely on an application to land the job. Use these recruiter tips to craft a resume that will get you noticed.
January 20‚ 2007
Cover Letters Build the Case for 50-Plus Workers
If a resume is the evidence, cover letters are the speech to the jury -- or hiring manager. Craft one to make your case.
January 20‚ 2007
Resumes for Foreign Healthcare Grads
Learn how healthcare pros from abroad can tailor their resumes to transition to other areas of the industry.
January 20‚ 2007
Prove Your Resume Claims with a Career Performance Portfolio
Employers can be skeptical of the facts on your resume. Learn how to prove your worth with a career performance portfolio.
January 20‚ 2007
The One-Size-Fits-All Resume Usually Fits Nothing
If you try to make this crucial document all things to all people, you'll fail at all. Here's why.
January 20‚ 2007
Highlight Your Computer Skills
You're probably better at working with computers than you think. Here's how to talk up your skills.
January 20‚ 2007
Military-to-Federal Resumes
Making the transition from the military to a federal career requires the right resume. Get expert tips here.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips for Nurses
Nursing jobs may be plentiful, but you still need a strong resume to start or develop your career. Follow these tips.
January 20‚ 2007
Use Proper Cover Letter Salutations
A small thing like how you address an employer can make a big difference. These tips will guide you.
January 20‚ 2007
No Degree Required
Don't have a diploma? Relevant work experience may be enough to get you a job working for the government.
January 20‚ 2007
How Are Federal Resumes Different?
If you're looking for a federal job, you'll need to build a new resume the government way. Our expert tells you how.
January 20‚ 2007
Managing Federal Resume Submissions Online
If you want a government job, you need to know the best way to submit and manage your resume for multiple federal job openings.
January 20‚ 2007
Learn How Best to Answer Federal Self-Assessment Questions
More government agencies are using self-assessment questions in their job applications. Find out how to answer them.
January 20‚ 2007
KSAs in the Resume
What every applicant needs to know when that job listing asks to you include Knowledge, Skills and Abilities in your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Judging Samuel Alito
Federal job seekers can apply the Federal Career Coach's analysis of Alito's 1985 job application to their job search.
January 20‚ 2007
Audio: Resume Marketing Keywords
Get your marketing resume noticed by including industry-specific keywords. Monster Resume Expert Kim Isaacs explains.
January 20‚ 2007
Prepare Like a Marketer
Monster's founder helps you create a marketing campaign in the third of four attitudes to take command of a job search.
January 20‚ 2007
Stating Accomplishments in a Resume
Show you're up to par by incorporating some Problem-Action-Result scenarios into your healthcare resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips for Transitioning from IT to Healthcare
The Resume Expert explains how to retool your resume for a career change into healthcare.
January 20‚ 2007
Build Your Construction Resume with Keywords
Attention construction workers: Adding keywords to your resume could expose you to more job opportunities.
January 20‚ 2007
Should You Come Out on Your Resume?
Gay/lesbian rights advocates disagree about what you should reveal on your resume. Is this option right for you?
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Tips for Truckers
To earn top salaries, truck drivers need to distinguish themselves on paper. Here's how.
January 20‚ 2007
Your Automotive Technician Resume
Auto techs are in demand, but there's a lot of competition for the best jobs. A good resume can put you in the lead.
January 20‚ 2007
Retail Resumes
You may already have the skills you need to get that retail job. Learn how to express them on your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Should You Use a Chronological or Functional Resume?
Learn why chronological resumes are better for some job seekers, while functional is the better choice for others.
January 20‚ 2007
Resumes for Healthcare Career Changers
The Resume Expert tells RNs who want to get into healthcare administration how to craft an effective resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Chronological vs. Functional Healthcare Resumes
Chronological or functional? The Resume Expert explains how to blend the best of both styles on your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Keep It Confidential
If you choose to make your Monster resume confidential, don't sabotage your efforts by leaving this info on your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Should I Make My Resume Confidential?
What are the pros and cons to posting your resume using Monster's optional confidential feature? Find out.
January 20‚ 2007
Declutter Your Resume in 5 Steps
Is this important document chock-full of outdated information? Cut the clutter and clean up your act in five steps.
January 20‚ 2007
Manufacturing Resume Tips
Wondering how to build a top-notch manufacturing resume? The Monster Resume Expert gives you all the tools.
January 20‚ 2007
Customize Your Resume for Best Results
Are you sending out the same resume to every employer? Tailor yours to get your foot in the door.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Skills Section
Although this section appears toward the end of Monster's Resume Builder, be sure to give it equal treatment. Here's how.
January 20‚ 2007
Internships and Your Resume
Want to crack a new career field? Internships can help. Learn how to best pursue and portray this valuable experience on your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Use Keywords to Land a Department of Defense Job
Want to get your resume noticed by the Department of Defense? Learn how to use the right resume language to get noticed.
January 20‚ 2007
Put Your Education to Work
Use what you've learned to your advantage. Learn how and where to include your education on your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Write a Winning Employment History
Employers have the daunting task of sifting through piles of resumes, many with poorly written work histories. Make sure yours is not a casualty.
January 20‚ 2007
More Than One Career Goal
You may be expecting too much from your resume. Find out how to get better results with multiple resumes targeting different jobs.
January 20‚ 2007
When Changing Careers, Highlight Transferable Skills
Going for a new career? Learn how to use your resume to pinpoint and highlight the skills you have to help land the job you want.
January 20‚ 2007
Use Your Review to Update Your Resume
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Dilemma: Unrelated Experience
If you're trying to get into a new industry, play up your transferable skills on your resume. Here's how.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Dilemma: Not Enough Experience
There are other qualities besides experience you can push on a resume. Adaptability, work ethic and resourcefulness are also valued by employers.
January 20‚ 2007
Action Phrases and Power Verbs
Putting some action words in your resume can give it some punch. Here's a good list of verbs and phrases to consider.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Dilemma: Job Termination and Your Resume
No matter how you went out, present the best accomplishments you made at a job to prospective employers with this resume advice.
January 20‚ 2007
Getting Personal on Your Resume
Too much information on your resume can lead to trouble. Follow these tips from security experts to stay safe.
January 20‚ 2007
Put Your Resume to the 10-Second Test
January 20‚ 2007
Tailor to the Opening
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Dilemma: Recent Graduate
It's a catch-22: You need experience to build a good resume, but you need a good resume to get a job.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Dilemma: Too Young
You're raring to go on your career but finding it tough to catch a break due to your youth. Let your passion show.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Dilemma: Criminal Record
If you've had your scrapes with the law, you should keep that fact off your resume and save it for the interview. Here's how.
January 20‚ 2007
Common Resume Blunders
Many job seekers fall prey to these common resume faux pas, dooming their chances of landing interviews. Learn what not to do.
January 20‚ 2007
Fill in the Gaps on Your Resume
January 20‚ 2007
Include Volunteer Experience on Your Resume
If you volunteer, be sure to include these activities on your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Tailor Your Response to the Job Posting
January 20‚ 2007
Spring Cleaning for Your Resume
It's time to open the windows and let in some fresh air. These tips will help you revive your resume and find new opportunities.
January 20‚ 2007
Emphasize Accomplishments on Your Resume
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Dilemma: I'm Overqualified
The situation may arise when you're willing to take a job you are clearly overqualified for. Here's how to handle it.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Dilemma: No Defined Objective
Having trouble writing an appropriate objective to put on your resume? Here's how to work around the problem.
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Dilemma: No Degree
Trying to get certain jobs when you don't have a degree can be tough. Educate yourself on how to adapt your resume.
January 20‚ 2007
Use Your Nickname on Your Resume
January 20‚ 2007
Keep Negativity Off Your Resume
January 20‚ 2007
Keep Your Kudos to Update Your Resume
January 20‚ 2007
Keep Your Resume with You
January 20‚ 2007
Address a Layoff on Your Resume
January 20‚ 2007
Convert Your Monster Resume to Word
January 20‚ 2007
Group Temp Assignments on Your Resume
January 20‚ 2007
Keep Your Web-Based Resume Professional
January 20‚ 2007
Keep Your Resume's Tone Positive
January 20‚ 2007
Reduce Resume Redundancy
January 20‚ 2007
Don't Lose Your Resume
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Advice for New Healthcare Graduates
Find out how healthcare students can highlight their education and clinical experience for employers.
January 20‚ 2007
Smart Subject Lines
January 20‚ 2007
The Three Fields Least Likely to Check References
Banking, along with education and healthcare, is one of three industries in which recruiters often skip checking references.
January 20‚ 2007
Add a Line About Your Layoff
January 20‚ 2007
Number Usage
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Rule: Be Honest
January 20‚ 2007
Professional with Personality
January 20‚ 2007
Salutation Solutions
January 20‚ 2007
Mr. or Ms.?
January 20‚ 2007
Use Universal Fonts in Word
January 20‚ 2007
Be Honest About Being Fired
January 20‚ 2007
Propose to Employers
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Reorg
January 20‚ 2007
Burned by a Past Employer?
January 20‚ 2007
Cover Letters & Email
When emailing your resume, send a shortened version of your cover letter.
January 20‚ 2007
Research for Your Resume
January 20‚ 2007
Show No Tracks
January 20‚ 2007
Show Your Stuff
January 20‚ 2007
Resumes for Techies
There's plenty of competition for tech jobs. Make sure your resume makes its way to the top of the pile.
January 20‚ 2007
Prioritize Achievements
January 20‚ 2007
What's Your Career Goal?
January 20‚ 2007
Are You Ready for the Scan?
January 20‚ 2007
Find the Right Size
January 20‚ 2007
Careful with Capitalization
January 20‚ 2007
Reap the Benefit of Awards
January 20‚ 2007
Keep Your Resume Ready
January 20‚ 2007
Stay in the Now
If your resume contains a long work history, keep in mind that employers are most interested in your recent experience.
January 20‚ 2007
Type for Today
January 20‚ 2007
Resume Upload Pointer
January 20‚ 2007
Use the Active Voice
January 20‚ 2007
Create a Winning Retail Resume
In retail's fast-paced, competitive environment, it's important to get a prospective employer's attention right from the beginning of your resume.
January 20‚ 2007