When applying for a technical writing job, your skills section is crucial. Employers and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) look here for key abilities. Let’s break down how to create a skills section that highlights the right competencies and makes your resume shine....
A professional summary is the first impression on your resume. It should be clear, concise, and relevant to the job you want. For technical writers, this means emphasizing skills like “API documentation,” “technical communication,” and “content creation.” Here’s how...
When tailoring your resume, it's important to focus on skills that matter most to employers. Job descriptions usually list both must-have skills and nice-to-have skills. Knowing the difference can help you highlight the right skills in your resume. Here’s how to...
Introduction: Beyond Skills—The Impact of Appearance on Freelance Platforms In the world of online freelancing, where skills should reign supreme, something surprising often happens—employers are swayed by how freelancers look in their profile photos. A recent study...
Introduction Remote work has sparked one of the most significant shifts in modern business. While many industries have embraced this new model, some continue to push back, driven not by practical limitations but by fear, tradition, and, in some cases, financial...
With the rise of remote work, location-based pay models have come under scrutiny, especially when they result in pay disparities for the same level of work. Technical writers, particularly those working remotely, often face these challenges as companies adjust...
In today's job market, it's not uncommon for companies to base their pay offers on an employee’s geographic location. While this may seem like a practical approach, it raises significant questions about fairness, equity, and the true value of an employee's skills. Job...
In the contract job market, the phrase “only 90 days left” can evoke a sense of anxiety and urgency. For many contractors, like myself, it’s a reminder that the end of a contract is looming and the search for new employment is imminent. Having worked as a contractor...
In today's rapidly evolving job market, employees face the harsh reality of frequent layoffs and relocations driven by economic pressures, strategic realignments, and the changing nature of work. Companies like Patagonia and Universal Music Group are restructuring...