Resume, ATS and staffing guides
Clear, practical advice on resumes that pass applicant tracking systems, writing that recruiters read, and running a staffing desk well.
The Recruiter's Checklist Before Submitting a Candidate
A step-by-step checklist to use before submitting a candidate to a client or vendor: fit, consent, RTR, duplicate checks, resume quality and logging.
CareerResume vs CV: What's the Difference in the US and Abroad?
Resume vs CV explained: how length, content, and purpose differ in the US, UK, Europe, and other regions, and which document to send for a job application.
Resume writingResume Skills Section: Hard Skills, Soft Skills and What ATS Looks For
How to write a resume skills section that works for recruiters and ATS: hard vs soft skills, how many to list, formatting, and matching the job.
ATSATS Resume Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected
Common ATS resume mistakes, from multi-column layouts and missing keywords to scanned PDFs, plus simple fixes so resumes parse correctly and reach recruiters.
CareerHow to Write a Resume for a Career Change
How to write a career change resume that highlights transferable skills, relevant projects and new training, with a clear structure and examples.
Resume writingHow to Quantify Achievements on a Resume
Learn how to quantify achievements on a resume with numbers for scale, speed, quality, and money, even when you lack exact data, without exaggerating results.
StaffingHow to Write an IT Staffing Hotlist Vendors Actually Read
How to write an IT staffing hotlist vendors open and reply to, including what to list for each consultant, formatting, sending cadence and mistakes.
Resume writingResume Action Verbs: Stronger Bullet Points With Examples
A practical list of resume action verbs grouped by skill, with before-and-after bullet examples that show how to replace weak phrases like responsible for.
AIAI Resume Builders: How They Work and How to Use Them Responsibly
How AI resume builders work, what they do well, where they go wrong, and a responsible workflow for producing accurate, tailored resumes for every job.
Resume writingResume Summary Examples for Tech and IT Roles
Resume summary examples for software engineers, data, cloud, QA, and IT roles, plus a simple formula for writing a specific, ATS-friendly professional summary.
StaffingC2C vs W2 vs 1099: What Recruiters and Consultants Should Know
A plain-English comparison of C2C, W2 and 1099 in IT staffing: who pays taxes, benefits, how rates compare, and what recruiters should ask up front.
Resume writingHow Long Should a Resume Be? One Page vs Two Pages
How long should a resume be? Most candidates need one or two pages, based on experience. Learn when each length fits and how to trim without losing substance.
StaffingRight to Represent (RTR) in IT Staffing, Explained
What a right to represent (RTR) is in IT staffing, what it usually includes, why vendors ask for one, and how recruiters should handle RTRs responsibly.
Resume writingHow to Tailor a Resume to a Job Description (Step by Step)
A step-by-step method to tailor a resume to a job description: analyze the posting, reorder and reword experience, and stay accurate while matching the role.
StaffingDuplicate Submissions in Staffing: Why They Happen and How to Prevent Them
Why duplicate candidate submissions happen in staffing, what they cost recruiters and candidates, and practical steps to prevent them before they occur.
ATSResume Keywords: Match a Job Description Without Keyword Stuffing
Learn how to pull the right resume keywords from a job description and place them naturally, so you pass ATS searches without keyword stuffing or exaggeration.
StaffingBench Sales Recruiting: A Practical Guide for IT Staffing Firms
A practical guide to bench sales recruiting for IT staffing firms: daily workflow, vendor relationships, tailored submissions and placing consultants.
ATSATS Resume Format: Layout Rules That Parse Correctly
The best ATS resume format uses one column, standard headings, consistent dates, and a DOCX or text-based PDF. Here are the layout rules that parse cleanly.
Resume writingHow to Write a Cover Letter Recruiters Actually Read
How to write a short, specific cover letter recruiters actually read, with a simple four-paragraph structure, what to include, and mistakes to avoid.
ATSWhat Is an ATS Resume? How Applicant Tracking Systems Read Resumes
An ATS resume is formatted and worded so applicant tracking systems can parse it correctly. Learn how these systems read resumes and what that means for you.