Discover what to do when you get laid off with actionable steps for a successful job search. Learn how to rebuild your confidence, tailor your resume, optimize LinkedIn, and network effectively to land your next job.

Jobscan Blog

06.12.2024

How Jobscan Helped Jack Break into French Luxury at Goyard - Jobscan

Your perfect job is within reach. Find out how a real Jobscan user landed their dream job in luxury fashion by tailoring their resume.

Jobscan Blog

27.11.2024

10 Lies to Avoid on Your Resume in 2024

When it comes to resumes, honesty is the best policy. Even if lying on your resume lands you a job, false info can put your career at risk.

Jobscan Blog

23.11.2024

How to Write a Combination Resume [Examples + Templates]

Learn how to create a winning combination resume. Perfect for career changers, freelancers, or anyone with diverse experience.

Jobscan Blog

22.11.2024

Should You Put Your Address on Your Resume in 2024?

Many recruiters and hiring mangers want to see a location on you resume. However, including a street address on your resume is not necessary.

Jobscan Blog

19.11.2024

Is a Two Page Resume...Too Long?

Can a resume be two pages? If you're sick of hearing that your resume needs to be a single page, here's what you need to know.

Jobscan Blog

16.11.2024

How Many Jobs Should I Apply To? - Jobscan

Learn how many jobs you should apply for every day for the best chances of finding a new job fast - whether you're unemployed or currently working.

Jobscan Blog

16.11.2024

10 Impactful Ways to Update Your Resume for 2024

Even if your work experience has stayed the same, there are still ways to update your resume for the modern recruiting process.

Jobscan Blog

16.11.2024

Why the Hybrid Resume is the Best Resume Format

Learn how to write a hybrid resume (or combination resume) to highlight your skills in a detailed but concise way.

Jobscan Blog

16.11.2024

Elevator Pitch for Job Seekers: How to and Examples | Example

You enter an elevator with the owner of your dream company. You have limited time to prove your value as a job seeker with an elevator pitch.

Jobscan Blog

16.11.2024

Age Discrimination: Older Applicants vs. "Young Pretty People" - Jobscan

This article discusses the issue of age discrimination in hiring and the negative economic consequences for those who are discriminated against.

Jobscan Blog

16.11.2024

6 Different Ways to Job Search on LinkedIn - Jobscan

Jobscan breaks down your job search with 6 methods. Learn how to use LinkedIn's powerful, yet complicated features to find the perfect career for you.

Jobscan Blog

16.11.2024

Is a One Page Resume Right for You? - Jobscan

A one page resume can force you to be concise and strategic about the details you include and the language you use on your resume.

Jobscan Blog

16.11.2024

Where and Why to Include Volunteer Work on a Resume - Jobscan

Including volunteer work on resume increases your chances of landing a job interview. Here's where it goes and how you should write it.

Jobscan Blog

16.11.2024

Ask a Recruiter: How to Apply for a Job When You're Overqualified? - Jobscan

Our recruiter answers your questions on submitting to a job you're overqualified for and when to include your passions in your resume.

Jobscan Blog

16.11.2024

Executive Job Search: 3 Ways Executives Find Jobs - Jobscan

Executives use many methods to find jobs. The three most common are networking, applying directly, and looking at job boards.

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

How to Research a Company for an Interview - Jobscan

Learning how to research a company for an interview is key to showing your prospective employer that you're a professional worth hiring.

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

How to Showcase the Top Executive Soft Skills on Your Resume - Jobscan

Executive soft skills matter more as you move up the corporate ladder. We analyzed the most requested executive soft skills for executive job descriptions.

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

Top 10 YouTube Channels for Job Seekers to Watch - Jobscan

These are the top 10 YouTube channels to watch for job seekers. If you're looking for job search help on YouTube, these experts have it covered.

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

8 Tips for Your Video Zoom Interview: Virtual Interviews are the New Normal

Try these 8 tried-and-true video interview tips to help you feel more confident in your next Zoom interview.

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

Top 10 Podcasts for Job Seekers to Listen to - Jobscan

The top ten job search podcasts to help job seekers and employment professionals: 1) The Voice of Job Seekers, 2) Find Your Dream Job...

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

190+ Top Career Advice Websites - Jobscan

Jobscan helps you find your dream job and reach your career goals. We provide personalized, accurate, and timely information on 190+ of the top career websites in the world.

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

How to Write a Federal Resume | Expert Tips

Learn how to write a federal resume, read a job vacancy announcement, and what to expect from the federal job application process.

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

The Career Change Cover Letter: How to Get it Right - Jobscan

Your cover letter is a powerful tool when transitioning careers. Learn how to write a career change cover letter and see a sample here!

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

Knockout Job Application Questions: How One Answer Can Kill Your Chances

Knockout questions appear in job applications or interviews and quickly disqualify candidates. They're used to rule out unqualified applicants.

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

14 Well-Matched Jobs for Former Teachers - Jobscan

Teachers changing careers must leverage their transferable skills. Which careers align with these skills? See 14 jobs for former teachers.

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

70+ Best Career Podcasts to Listen to for Job Search and Career Growth Advice - Jobscan

This list will help you land the career of your dreams by providing you with 70+ best podcasts to listen to for job search and career growth advice.

Jobscan Blog

15.11.2024

When to Use a Summary vs Objective In Resume Introduction

Resume summary vs objective statement—which one should you choose? Or should you choose neither? Read this post and decide.

Jobscan Blog

14.11.2024

Hired During the Pandemic: How a Real Jobscan User Landed a Job - Jobscan

Hiring has slowed, but it hasn't stopped. Find out how this real Jobscan user got hired in administration during the pandemic.

Jobscan Blog

14.11.2024

How to Answer the "Tell Me About Yourself" Interview Question

Your "tell me about yourself" interview quesiton answer is a great opportunity to sell yourself to the interviewer. Make it about them.

Jobscan Blog

25.10.2024

5 Resume Sections You Should Never Leave Off (With Examples)

Learn what the five essential resume sections are, and in what order you should put them in for maximum impact.

Jobscan Blog

25.10.2024

Hard Skills vs. Soft Skills: Definitions and 65+ Examples

Learn the difference between soft skills vs. hard skills and examples of how and where to put both taught and people skills on your resume.

Jobscan Blog

12.09.2024

120+ Words to Describe Yourself to Stand Out (With Tips) - Jobscan

Discover 120+ powerful words to describe yourself on your interviews and applications and learn how to choose the right words to stand out!

Jobscan Blog

10.09.2024

Are You Guilty of Resume Keyword Stuffing? - Jobscan

How can job seekers balance between resume keyword stuffing and resume keyword optimization? Avoid this job search trap with these tips.

Jobscan Blog

10.09.2024

How to Address a Cover Letter in 2024 (With Examples)

Not sure who to address a cover letter to? Get examples of how to address a cover letter, learn why they are important, and common mistakes.

Jobscan Blog

10.09.2024

When to Leave a Job Off Your Resume - Jobscan

You don't need to include every job on your resume. You can leave jobs off your resume if they're older than 10 years, short-term positions, or cause conflicts.

Jobscan Blog

30.08.2024

Joe Ditched the Resume Writer and Made ‘Unicorn Resumes’ Using Jobscan

Resume writers are using Jobscan, so skip the go-between. Find out how this Jobscan user found a job after 8 months unemployed.

Jobscan Blog

24.08.2024

20+ LinkedIn Profile Elements that Will Attract Recruiters - Jobscan

Discover the top must-have elements for your LinkedIn profile to capture recruiters' attention and boost your profile for visibility.

Jobscan Blog

23.08.2024

References on Your Resume: Should You Include Them?

Learn how to list references on your resume effectively. Get examples and tips for including references on your resume.

Jobscan Blog

23.08.2024

Top 20 Motivational Job Search Quotes

Motivation is key in a job search, but getting motivated isn't always easy. Let these motivational job search quotes strengthen your search.

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What to do When You Get Laid Off - Jobscan

How Jobscan Helped Jack Break into French Luxury at Goyard - Jobscan

10 Lies to Avoid on Your Resume in 2024

How to Write a Combination Resume [Examples + Templates]

Should You Put Your Address on Your Resume in 2024?

Is a Two Page Resume...Too Long?

How Many Jobs Should I Apply To? - Jobscan

10 Impactful Ways to Update Your Resume for 2024

Why the Hybrid Resume is the Best Resume Format

Elevator Pitch for Job Seekers: How to and Examples | Example

Age Discrimination: Older Applicants vs. "Young Pretty People" - Jobscan

6 Different Ways to Job Search on LinkedIn - Jobscan

Is a One Page Resume Right for You? - Jobscan

Where and Why to Include Volunteer Work on a Resume - Jobscan

Ask a Recruiter: How to Apply for a Job When You're Overqualified? - Jobscan

Executive Job Search: 3 Ways Executives Find Jobs - Jobscan

How to Research a Company for an Interview - Jobscan

How to Showcase the Top Executive Soft Skills on Your Resume - Jobscan

Top 10 YouTube Channels for Job Seekers to Watch - Jobscan

8 Tips for Your Video Zoom Interview: Virtual Interviews are the New Normal

Top 10 Podcasts for Job Seekers to Listen to - Jobscan

190+ Top Career Advice Websites - Jobscan

How to Write a Federal Resume | Expert Tips

The Career Change Cover Letter: How to Get it Right - Jobscan

Knockout Job Application Questions: How One Answer Can Kill Your Chances

14 Well-Matched Jobs for Former Teachers - Jobscan

70+ Best Career Podcasts to Listen to for Job Search and Career Growth Advice - Jobscan

When to Use a Summary vs Objective In Resume Introduction

Hired During the Pandemic: How a Real Jobscan User Landed a Job - Jobscan

How to Answer the "Tell Me About Yourself" Interview Question

5 Resume Sections You Should Never Leave Off (With Examples)

Hard Skills vs. Soft Skills: Definitions and 65+ Examples

120+ Words to Describe Yourself to Stand Out (With Tips) - Jobscan

Are You Guilty of Resume Keyword Stuffing? - Jobscan

How to Address a Cover Letter in 2024 (With Examples)

When to Leave a Job Off Your Resume - Jobscan

Joe Ditched the Resume Writer and Made ‘Unicorn Resumes’ Using Jobscan

20+ LinkedIn Profile Elements that Will Attract Recruiters - Jobscan

References on Your Resume: Should You Include Them?

Top 20 Motivational Job Search Quotes

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