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Resume Basics
The function of a resume is not to get you a job but to get you an interview. With so many job-seekers applying for every opening, managers and employers often spend only seconds reviewing a résumé before making a decision about calling an applicant in for an interview. Master the basics with these tips and increase your chance of getting in the door.
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