Dear Sam: At 53 years old, I am writing my first resume. I am telling myself that not needing a resume was good as it meant I was always referred for opportunities through my network, but now I don’t ...

Dear Sam: I am looking for ways not to show my age in my resume. I am in my mid-50s and think my age negatively impacts my job search. To combat the ageism I fear is happening, I have removed dates ...

Dear Sam: I don’t understand how to make sure the right keywords are in my resume. Do you have a list for certain professions? Help! – Steve Dear Steve: Ah, elusive keywords! It’s not all that ...

Resumes. Love them or hate them, you will probably need one when you apply for a job. The resume has a specific tactical role to play in your search — to get you the interview. You need to make sure ...

Dear Sam: I applied for a role recently and got a quick response saying “thanks but no thanks,” and I think my current title may have been an issue. I am currently an executive vice president but work ...