For job seekers, time is of the essence. So should you focus the little time you have on optimizing your LinkedIn profile or your resume? The ideal is that you spend time and energy refining both ...

We reported a while back that Microsoft had added a new feature to Microsoft Word called LinkedIn Resume Assistant. It is one of the first ways the software giant has proven how it plans to integrate ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. If you are in job search mode, central to your success is having both an executive résumé ...

Yes, you could decide to use LinkedIn Resume Assistant in Microsoft Word, but you know what? Some folks do not have a Microsoft Office 365 subscription; therefore, an alternative is required. The ...

Okay, so it may not be new to you, but I came across something on LinkedIn this week while helping an executive with his profile. He said, “I haven’t had a resume in 20 years. I wouldn’t even know ...

We're starting to see more results from Microsoft acquiring LinkedIn last year, like the new employment information features brought over to Outlook.com members. Now the company that build Office is ...

It’s not quite the same as the departed Clippy, the talking paper clip, but Microsoft’s newest integration with LinkedIn will similarly offer pop-up advice to writers in Word. Specifically, the Office ...

If you are searching for new job opportunities or expanding your professional network, having a LinkedIn profile showcasing your skills and experience is essential. And a key part of your profile is ...

Most recruiters will first skim your resume to see if you are a basic match for their open positions. Things like job titles and accomplishments are reviewed quickly for key pieces of info. If they ...

Dear Sam: I have seen some resumes that list a LinkedIn address at the top. Is this a common practice? Can’t everyone find me on LinkedIn by searching for me by name? I don’t want to add clutter to my ...

Finding a job may never be a walk in the park, but with an impressive résumé, it doesn’t have to be an odyssey either. Here to help you make the most of your job prospects is Résumé Assistant from ...