When hunting for a job, failure to state a career objective can cost job. It is usually a statement that focuses on a particular job and shows the reason why you are interested in it. Unfortunately, ...

Dear Sam: Should I open my resume with a qualifications summary or an objective statement? Does it depend on the position? I feel a qualifications summary is not specific enough and doesn’t say what ...

Dear Sam: I just read your latest column and wanted to thank you for the excellent advice and ask if you could share your insights on re-entering the job market after spending 20 years taking care of ...

Some of the tips job seekers may have heard in the past no longer reflect how hiring decisions are made—and following ...