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Before 1994, it was rare to see an American playing for a major club in Europe; this summer more than two-thirds of the players on the U.S. team have that on their résumé.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Reach out to three people in your network, attend one industry event, update your résumé or apply for a part-time role that keeps you learning and earning.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Not every boss is such a straight shooter, so try to remember that the skills you develop early in your career are more important than the brands you list on your résumé.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Duncan’s résumé is unusual for a court clerk: He spent 26 years in prison, from 1985 to 2011, for a murder he did not commit.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

The first link was to a Harvard University page for a Professor Susan Thomas who worked in the math department, and below that was a résumé website for the same person.

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks