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Jon Shields

Jon Shields is a Seattle-based writer, editor, and content marketer who has been with Jobscan since June 2017. Nullam quis risus eget urna mollis ornare vel eu leo. Morbi leo risus, porta ac consectetur ac, vestibulum at eros. Curabitur blandit tempus porttitor.

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20 ATS-Friendly Resume Templates

Published by: Jon Shields
September 8, 2020

There are a number of considerations to weigh before deciding on a resume format and template, like your field or…

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Posted in Optimize Your Resume, res-hi
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How to Create an ATS Resume

Published by: Jon Shields
August 30, 2020

Creating an ATS-friendly resume is a highly effective way to increase your interview chances and shift the job search odds…

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Posted in All About ATS
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To Whom it May Concern? How to Address a Cover Letter

Published by: Jon Shields
March 30, 2020

We’ve put together a few tips to help you personalize your cover letter, whether you know the hiring manager’s name or not.

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Posted in Job SearchTagged cover letter
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Know the Differences Between a Resume and CV

Published by: Jon Shields
February 14, 2020

A resume is a short document of career highlights customized for each new job application. A CV is a long,…

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Posted in Optimize Your Resume, res-loTagged cv
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57 Resume Tips to Transform Your Job Search Now

Published by: Jon Shields
January 27, 2020

The most comprehensive and practical list of resume tips out there.

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Posted in Optimize Your Resume, res-hiTagged Top Job Search Articles
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12 Impactful LinkedIn Headline Examples from Real People

Published by: Jon Shields
January 13, 2020

Your LinkedIn headline is one of the most visible sections of your LinkedIn profile. Not only does it stretch across…

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Posted in li-hi, LinkedIn for Job SeekersTagged Top Job Search Articles
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How to Network on LinkedIn: 10 Experts Weigh In

Published by: Jon Shields
July 10, 2019

Whether you’re trying to wrap up a job search, lay some groundwork for a future career move, or cultivate influence…

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Posted in LinkedIn for Job SeekersTagged networking
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3 Things Job Seekers Should Know about Lever ATS

Published by: Jon Shields
June 11, 2019

Want a tech job? Lever is one of the up-and-coming ATS for internet tech companies.

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Posted in All About ATS
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