Getting your resume in the hands -- or inbox -- of a hiring manager is more difficult than it seems. Because there are not enough hours in the day for recruiters to review every application submitted ...

Have you wondered what happens to your résumé when you submit it online? The "black hole" it enters is actually an applicant tracking system database. Virtually every major and midsize company, ...

Imagine a scenario. You have filled up a job application form, updated the resume, and then clicked the ‘Submit’ button. But as weeks pass by, you still do not receive a telephone call or email from ...

About 75% of recruiters use an applicant tracking system (ATS) for their hiring process—and an even higher percentage (around 99%) of Fortune 500 companies do, as well. Understanding how an ATS works ...

The hiring landscape is shaped by applicant tracking systems (ATS), AI-powered tools, and in-demand skills that are always evolving. To stand out in a competitive job market, you need to do more than ...

As we approach 2026, a solid resume builder is a must-have for anyone job hunting. A simple template will not cut it anymore.

Today’s job seekers have to be savvy about the screening and hiring process, and that includes mastering the art of dealing with applicant tracking systems. This list offers guidelines to prevent ...

How can you find and deploy the right keywords to aim your resume at the job you want? Keywords: They’re buzzwords that identify an industry or a profession. They’re also the currency of the job ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robin Ryan is a career counselor who covers job search and careers. Jeff was a Baby Boomer executive who wrote to me to discuss ...

Sports Industry employers use specialized software packages called Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to screen the documents (e.g. resume, cover letter, professional reference list) candidates submit ...

Times are changing thanks to more AI being used by employers. However, I continue to get emails and calls from job hunters who receive no response when they apply for jobs online. Last week Joanne was ...