5 Easy Ways To Make Your Resume Stand Out

Earlier this week, LinkedIn released its annual list of the most overused resume words. The list, which was led by "responsible," "strategic," and "creative," was a reminder to avoid clichéd and vague terminology in job applications. A good rule of thumb on resumes is that specific is always better — instead of describing yourself as "responsible," give examples of projects you completed successfully. In addition to highlighting what not to put on your resume, LinkedIn's career expert Nicole ...