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  • DIY Two-Page Federal Resume Template and Example (in PDF)

    Published On: April 28th, 2026Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal, Resume Writing

    The following post features DIY Two-Page Federal Resume Template and Example (in PDF). If you’re here, there’s a good [...]

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  • Thumbnail for a federal job search article about understanding QRFs, featuring bold “Understanding QRFs (for Federal Job Seekers)” text, a thoughtful professional, and a subtle U.S. Capitol backdrop suggesting federal employment.

    Understanding QRFs (for Federal Job Seekers)

    Published On: December 28th, 2025Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal, Resume Writing

    The following post explores Tips for Understanding QRFs (for Federal Job Seekers). Anyone who has spent time applying for [...]

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  • Larry David Celebrity Resume - Job Seekers Blog - JobStars USA

    Larry David Celebrity Resume

    Published On: November 7th, 2025Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Celebrity Resume, Resume Writing

    The following post features the Larry David Celebrity Resume. Larry David. You know the name. Co-creator of Seinfeld, mastermind [...]

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  • Reasons for Using Jobscan (as a Job Seeker) - Job Seekers Blog - JobStars USA

    Reasons for Using Jobscan (as a Job Seeker)

    Published On: October 9th, 2025Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tools & ResourcesTags: Job Search, Resume Writing

    The following post explores Reasons for Using Jobscan (as a Job Seeker). In today's competitive job market, you need [...]

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  • Thumbnail for an article about the continued value of resume writers in the AI era, featuring bold “Why We Still Need Resume Writers (in an AI World)” text and a professional woman working on a laptop.

    Why We Still Need Resume Writers (in an AI World)

    Published On: September 24th, 2025Categories: Homepage, Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: JobStars Resume Writing, Resume Writing

    The following post explores Why We Still Need Resume Writers (in an AI World). With countless AI tools at [...]

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  • ATS-friendly resume thumbnail featuring bold text, a resume document, and a magnifying glass highlighting ATS compatibility.

    What is an ATS-Friendly Resume?

    Published On: September 17th, 2025Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores the question What is an ATS-Friendly Resume? ATS-friendly is a term that gets thrown around [...]

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  • Thumbnail for a resume formatting article about avoiding widow lines, featuring bold “Avoiding Widow Lines on Your Resume” text and a sample resume illustrating formatting best practices.

    Avoiding Widow Lines on Your Resume

    Published On: September 10th, 2025Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores Avoiding Widow Lines on Your Resume. Could the visual presentation of your Resume be undermining [...]

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  • Thumbnail for a federal job search article about building a two-page federal resume, featuring bold title text, a laptop displaying a sample federal resume, and federal job search-themed desk items.

    Building Your Two-Page Federal Resume

    Published On: June 25th, 2025Categories: Homepage, Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal, Resume Writing

    The following post explores Building Your Two-Page Federal Resume. Thinking of building your Federal Resume? Not sure how to [...]

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  • Modern graphic for an article about applying to out-of-state jobs, featuring a laptop displaying a resume with “actively seeking relocation,” travel luggage, and bold text reading “Resume Tips for Applying to Out-of-State Jobs.”

    Resume Tips for Applying to Out-of-State Jobs

    Published On: June 13th, 2025Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post features Resume Tips for Applying to Out-of-State Jobs. Have you ever wondered what changes to make [...]

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  • Navigating Major Changes to the Federal Resume - Job Seekers Blog - JobStars USA

    Navigating Major Changes to the Federal Resume

    Published On: June 11th, 2025Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal, Resume Writing

    The following post offers guidance on Navigating Major Changes to the Federal Resume. Did you hear the Federal Resume [...]

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  • Using Credentials After Your Name On a Resume - Blog - JobStars USA

    Using Credentials After Your Name On a Resume

    Published On: May 29th, 2025Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores the topic of Using Credentials After Your Name On a Resume. When formatting your Resume, [...]

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  • Understanding a Federal Resume vs. Government Resume

    Published On: May 1st, 2025Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal, Resume Writing

    The following post explores the Difference Between Government and Federal Resumes. Have you ever wondered if a Government Resume [...]

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  • YouTube-style thumbnail for a blog post about listing education on a resume without a college degree, featuring bold text, a smiling woman pointing at a sample resume education section, a crossed-out graduation cap icon, and a green checkmark indicating acceptable alternatives like coursework and certifications.

    Listing Education on a Resume Without a Degree

    Published On: April 23rd, 2025Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores the topic of Listing Education on a Resume Without a Degree. Should your include high [...]

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  • Common Spelling Mistakes to Avoid on Your Resume - Blog - JobStars USA

    Common Spelling Mistakes to Avoid on Your Resume

    Published On: December 21st, 2024Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post features Common Spelling Mistakes to Avoid on Your Resume. While spellcheck is a valuable tool for [...]

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  • Why ATS Isn't All That Matters - Blog - JobStars USA

    Why ATS Isn’t All That Matters

    Published On: July 4th, 2024Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores why ATS isn't all that matters (for job seekers). Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are all [...]

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  • Reasons For Using Resume Paper - Job Seekers Blog - JobStars USA

    Reasons for Using Resume Paper

    Published On: August 14th, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Job Search, Resume Writing

    The following article explores some of the top Reasons for Using Resume Paper. Does anyone actually print out their [...]

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  • YouTube-style thumbnail for a blog post titled “Options for Creating a Federal Resume,” featuring bold patriotic red, white, and blue graphics, a smiling professional woman pointing toward the headline text, and icons representing three federal resume creation options: DIY, USAJOBS Resume Builder, and hiring a professional.

    Options for Creating a Federal Resume

    Published On: April 9th, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal, Resume Writing

    The following post explores Options for Creating a Federal Resume. If you’re thinking about building a Federal Resume for [...]

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  • Importance of Cover Letters for Job Search Success - Job Seekers Blog - JobStars USA

    Importance of Cover Letters for Job Search Success (with PDF Guide)

    Published On: December 12th, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores the topic of the Importance of Cover Letters for Job Search Success. Many job seekers [...]

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  • Thumbnail graphic for a resume writing guide featuring a man pointing to the title “Ground Rules for Writing a Professional Resume.”

    Ground Rules for Writing a Professional Resume

    Published On: February 16th, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores Ground Rules for Writing a Professional Resume. In striving to prepare error-free and visually-satisfying Resumes, [...]

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  • Professional businessman in a corporate office reviewing a Resume, with bold headline text reading “Why Your Resume Must Satisfy Two Audiences,” illustrating the balance between ATS compatibility and human recruiter appeal.

    Why Your Resume Must Satisfy Two Audiences

    Published On: May 7th, 2021Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores Why Your Resume Must Satisfy Two Audiences. Have you ever wondered why one Resume expert [...]

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  • Three Pillars for Establishing Your Career Profile

    Published On: April 26th, 2021Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Job Search, Resume Writing

    The following post explores the Three Pillars for Establishing Your Career Profile. Are you struggling to define yourself on [...]

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  • Thumbnail image showing a job seeker reviewing and updating a resume after a layoff or furlough, with the title “Updating Your Resume After Being Laid Off or Furloughed” displayed in bold text.

    Updating Your Resume After Being Laid Off or Furloughed

    Published On: April 9th, 2020Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores the Updating Your Resume After Layoff or Furlough. The global economy continues to face challenges, [...]

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  • Thumbnail showing a stressed business owner at his desk reviewing paperwork while considering a transition from business ownership to traditional employment, with bold text about writing a resume after owning a business.

    How to Write a Resume After Owning a Business

    Published On: November 27th, 2018Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores How to Write a Resume After Owning a Business. If you have spent years running [...]

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  • Using Core Competencies on a Resume

    Published On: November 8th, 2017Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores Using Core Competencies on a Resume. You’ve probably seen the term core competencies in articles [...]

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  • Best Resume Builders and Templates - Job Seekers Blog - JobStars USA

    Best Resume Builders & Templates

    Published On: November 6th, 2017Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tools & ResourcesTags: Resume Writing

    List of Best Resume Builders & Templates The following list of Best Resume Builders & Templates are useful for [...]

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  • Thumbnail image showing a job seeker working on a resume at a desk, with the title “5 Basic Tips for Improving Your Resume” displayed in bold text.

    5 Basic Tips for Improving Your Resume

    Published On: November 6th, 2017Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post offers 5 Tips for Improving Your Resume. Building an ATS-friendly and visually appealing Resume is a [...]

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  • Thumbnail image showing a job seeker reviewing a resume with an employment gap, with the title “Dealing with a Long Employment Gap on Your Resume” displayed in bold text.

    Dealing with a Long Employment Gap on Your Resume

    Published On: April 21st, 2015Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores the topic of Dealing With a Long Employment Gap. Thinking your employment gap is a [...]

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  • Thumbnail image showing a job seeker working at a laptop while creating a references list, with the title “Creating a References List (With PDF Guide)” displayed in bold text.

    Creating a References List (with PDF Guide)

    Published On: March 30th, 2015Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post provides helpful tips for Creating a References List. References play a crucial role in the hiring [...]

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  • Thumbnail image showing a job seeker reviewing resume pages at a desk, with the title “How Long Should a Resume Be? One Page, Two Pages, or More?” displayed in bold text.

    How Long Should a Resume Be? One Page, Two Pages, or More?

    Published On: March 26th, 2015Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores How Long Should a Resume Be? One Page, Two Pages, or More? One page, two [...]

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  • Thumbnail image showing a recent graduate working on a resume at a desk, with the title “Resume Tips for Recent Grads” displayed in bold text.

    Resume Tips for Recent Grads

    Published On: January 4th, 2015Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post features Resume Tips for Recent Grads. Entering the workforce after college is a daunting proposition. Like [...]

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