RC Team
About RC Team
The ResumeCoach team is made up of resume-writing experts, career coaches, and contributing authors dedicated to helping you land the job of your dreams. Every article is reviewed by Certified Professional Resume Experts: Lauren Hamer, Greg Faherty, Nikki Vivian, Margaret Buj.
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Reading time: 5 min.How to Write Resume Section Headings
Resume section headings are one of the first things prospective employers see on your resume. As they are written in a larger font size and are…
Updated on September 18, 2025Reviewed: How to Write Resume Section Headings -
Reading time: 6 min.The 10 Best Jobs of the Future
When planning your career path, you should focus on two main aspects: which jobs will offer high salaries and which will be in high demand…
Updated on October 27, 2025: The 10 Best Jobs of the Future -
Reading time: 9 min.Europass CV: How To Get a Job in Europe
If you’re looking to apply for jobs in Europe, you may be wondering if the process is any different from that in the United States…
Updated on January 2, 2026Reviewed: Europass CV: How To Get a Job in Europe -
Reading time: 10 min.Navigating Gaps in Your Resume, Cover Letter, & Interview
People lose their jobs, have health problems, go traveling, or simply decide to quit. Gaps in your employment history are nothing to be ashamed of….
Updated on September 17, 2025Reviewed: Navigating Gaps in Your Resume, Cover Letter, & Interview -
Reading time: 3 min.The 10 Highest Paying Entry Level Jobs in America
What are the highest paying jobs which you can get after graduating? There are various professions which allow fresh graduates to earn way above the average…
Updated on September 18, 2025: The 10 Highest Paying Entry Level Jobs in America -
Reading time: 4 min.The Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in America You Don’t Need a Degree for
The rising costs of going to college leave many young people with no option except to start their career without a degree. Fortunately, not all the highest paying jobs require…
Updated on June 27, 2025: The Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in America You Don’t Need a Degree for -
Reading time: 6 min.Should You Send Your Resume in PDF or Word Format?
Wondering whether to send your resume in PDF or Word format. As a general rule, it’s best to send your resume as a PDF. Before…
Updated on December 30, 2025: Should You Send Your Resume in PDF or Word Format? -
Reading time: 4 min.What Do Employers Look For?
What do employers look for in a job applicant? What do employers care about? What’s most important for employers? And what can you do to show…
Updated on September 17, 2025Reviewed: What Do Employers Look For? -
Reading time: 4 min.The Professional Benefits of Volunteering
If you’re thinking about changing careers it’s often necessary to find a way to develop new skills. This is not always possible in your current position so doing volunteer…
Updated on September 18, 2025Reviewed: The Professional Benefits of Volunteering -
Reading time: 5 min.Using Resume Keywords to Boost your Resume (Keyword List by Industry)
Catching a recruiter’s or hiring manager’s attention is key to getting to the next round of the hiring process. Adding relevant industry keywords to your…
Updated on September 17, 2025Reviewed: Using Resume Keywords to Boost your Resume (Keyword List by Industry) -
Reading time: 5 min.How to Sign a Cover Letter
When writing a resume cover letter, you should focus on each aspect. One of these key aspects is the conclusion of your cover letter. A good ending…
Updated on September 18, 2025Reviewed: How to Sign a Cover Letter -
Reading time: 5 min.How to Use Bullet Points in a Resume
As the market continues to become more competitive, employers generally have hundreds of resumes to look through. This usually means they can only spend seconds…
Updated on October 17, 2025Reviewed: How to Use Bullet Points in a Resume -
Reading time: 10 min.Teamwork Skills on Your Resume: List and Examples
Teamwork skills are crucial in the workplace, and employers expect effective collaboration, even in remote and hybrid settings. When you skim the job ads, it’s…
Updated on November 20, 2025Reviewed: Teamwork Skills on Your Resume: List and Examples -
Reading time: 11 min.The creative resume
The creative resume Creating a graphic resume is easy with our complete guide! Stand out with a creative resume It is becoming increasingly common for…
Updated on November 3, 2025: The creative resume -
Reading time: 5 min.How to Change Careers Successfully at Any Age
People decide to change careers for many reasons. It could be that someone wants to earn more money, they have a new passion to pursue, or they…
Updated on October 27, 2025Reviewed: How to Change Careers Successfully at Any Age -
Reading time: 3 min.How to Write a One-Page Resume
Should a resume be one page? Ideally yes, it’s generally better to create a one-page resume as employers generally scan resumes in seconds. However, depending on the type of…
Updated on September 17, 2025Reviewed: How to Write a One-Page Resume -
Reading time: 10 min.Adding Interpersonal Skills to Your Resume
Over the past few years, more hiring managers and senior leaders have realized the importance of hiring individuals with strong interpersonal skills. These skills boost…
Updated on October 17, 2025Reviewed: Adding Interpersonal Skills to Your Resume -
Reading time: 4 min.The Best Use of Fonts in Your Resume
The resume font size and style you use to write your resume make a big difference. As employers have so many resumes to look through they scan them in…
Updated on September 17, 2025Reviewed: The Best Use of Fonts in Your Resume -
Reading time: 8 min.What Are the Best Colors for Your Resume?
Even though your work history and skills are what will win over a recruiter, the color scheme of your resume is an important part of…
Updated on January 2, 2026Reviewed: What Are the Best Colors for Your Resume? -
Reading time: 9 min.Transferable Skills to Add to Your Resume
Are you considering a career change, whether to move from one position to another or enter a different sector? It’s not always easy to make…
Updated on October 27, 2025Reviewed: Transferable Skills to Add to Your Resume -
Reading time: 5 min.What Not to Put in a Cover Letter?
The old saying goes, “it’s not how you start, it’s how you finish.” However, when you are planning on sending in a job application, the…
Updated on September 17, 2025: What Not to Put in a Cover Letter? -
Reading time: 7 min.How To Insert a Resume Photo: Dos and Don’ts
Adding a photo to your resume can be a smart choice, depending on where the position you want to apply for is located. In this…
Updated on January 2, 2026Reviewed: How To Insert a Resume Photo: Dos and Don’ts -
Reading time: 4 min.How long should a Cover Letter be?
It happens all the time, you find the perfect job posting online, you fill in all of your info, and all of a sudden you…
Updated on September 17, 2025Reviewed: How long should a Cover Letter be? -
Reading time: 5 min.
Cover Letter Format
Cover Letter Format Get the best structure for a winning cover letter Often, in the world of job searching and resume writing, people are told how…
Updated on October 10, 2025Reviewed: Cover Letter Format -
Reading time: 15 min.
The Ultimate Cover Letter Writing Guide
The Ultimate Cover Letter Writing Guide The complete guide to writing an effective cover letter. When you’re applying for a job, whether it be for…
Updated on November 26, 2025Reviewed: The Ultimate Cover Letter Writing Guide -
Reading time: 4 min.
Certifications
Certifications on the resume Bring attention to your extra qualifications by listing your certificates. Do you think that your resume looks a bit flat? If…
Updated on September 18, 2025Reviewed: Certifications -
Reading time: 4 min.Nonverbal Communication Tips for Job Interviews
Job interviews are the employers chance to meet candidates face-to-face. Not only will the employer have a list of specific questions to ask you about your resume…
Updated on September 18, 2025: Nonverbal Communication Tips for Job Interviews -
Reading time: 8 min.
Publications on the Resume
Publications on the Resume How to include your academic and professional publications. Craft your ideal resume with our intuitive editor Increase the possibility of getting…
Updated on September 18, 2025Reviewed: Publications on the Resume -
Reading time: 6 min.Including Examples of Technical Skills on Your Resume
Today, most job sectors value tech skills, including roles in IT, finance, marketing, and even creative fields. Highlighting these skills on your resume shows employers…
Updated on October 27, 2025: Including Examples of Technical Skills on Your Resume -
Reading time: 4 min.The Importance of Professional Networking
The importance of the professional network shouldn’t be underestimated. It is hugely advantageous for job hunters in particular as a personal recommendation to an employer from a…
Updated on September 18, 2025: The Importance of Professional Networking