Resume & Job Search Tips

Get the resume tricks and interview moves that land jobs, straight from a former HR tech leader who's built ATS systems and hired top talent. No SEO junk or tired advice—just me, sharing battle-tested tips with heart.

How to optimize your job board profile to appear higher in searches and get better job matches
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How to optimize your job board profile to appear higher in searches and get better job matches

If every time you open a job board you see the same listings, or roles that have nothing to do with you, or you’ve...
Author Alba Hornero
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How to highlight your skills on a resume (with ATS-Friendly templates and examples)
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How to highlight your skills on a resume (with ATS-Friendly templates and examples)

In most hiring processes today (especially for technical, digital, administrative, customer support, marketing, or...
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How to tailor your resume to a job posting: guide to customize your resume and rank in ATS
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How to tailor your resume to a job posting: guide to customize your resume and rank in ATS

Sending the same resume to every job is no longer effective. Today, both algorithms and hiring managers look for one...
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Download 5 free modern and ATS-friendly resume templates (design analysis)
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Download 5 free modern and ATS-friendly resume templates (design analysis)

Finding the perfect resume template isn’t just about picking a pretty layout. A well-designed resume creates a strong...
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Don’t make your resume with Canva: why its templates fail and what to use instead
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Don’t make your resume with Canva: why its templates fail and what to use instead

If you’re job hunting, chances are you’ve come across Canva’s resume templates. This platform has won over millions...
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Free Word resume templates: why you shouldn't use them (and the best alternative)
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Free Word resume templates: why you shouldn't use them (and the best alternative)

Word is an excellent tool for writing documents, reports, or letters. Everyone knows it, many people have used it...
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Europass CV in 2025: why it's no longer a smart choice for job hunting
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Europass CV in 2025: why it's no longer a smart choice for job hunting

The Europass CV was launched back in 2004 with a clear mission: make it easier to work across...
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Top 5 resume builders: comparison and how to choose the best one
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Top 5 resume builders: comparison and how to choose the best one

Most people feel overwhelmed when they sit down to write a resume. You don’t know what to include, how to structure...
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How to choose the best Resume Format for you in 2025: a complete guide
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How to choose the best Resume Format for you in 2025: a complete guide

Many job seekers believe a highly designed resume will help them stand out. They spend hours browsing Canva,...
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Top 7 best fonts for resumes in 2025: craft a winning first impression
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Top 7 best fonts for resumes in 2025: craft a winning first impression

In the 6–7 seconds a recruiter spends skimming your resume (TheLadders 2025 report), your font shapes...
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What is an ATS and how it affects your resume and job search
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What is an ATS and how it affects your resume and job search

You apply to 20 jobs and hear nothing. Then someone drops the classic line: “It’s the ATS rejecting you.” Let’s clean...
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How to write an ATS-friendly resume that passes filters and gets interviews
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How to write an ATS-friendly resume that passes filters and gets interviews

If you’ve been job searching for a while and you’re not getting interviews, you don’t need a “prettier” resume. You...
Author Alba Hornero
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