Resume Tips

ATS Scores Explained: What is Good and How to Improve Yours

An ATS score is a tool’s estimate, not a pass mark. Here’s how to read yours, what to fix first, and when to stop.

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By Borislav Stojkov

Principal Resume Writer

Borislav Stojkov is a Principal Resume Writer at Toptal Resume. His professional track record includes personally reviewing and rewriting more than 2,000 resumes for professionals across industries. In his direct work with clients and the development of AI-based resume-writing services, he focuses on ATS-optimized structure, modern template design, and recruiter-aligned writing and formatting standards.

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Resume Tips

ATS-friendly Resumes: Formatting, Examples, and Common Mistakes

A resume that looks polished can still lose information when software reads it. Here’s how to spot the formatting problems and fix them.

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By Borislav Stojkov

Principal Resume Writer

Borislav Stojkov is a Principal Resume Writer at Toptal Resume. His professional track record includes personally reviewing and rewriting more than 2,000 resumes for professionals across industries. In his direct work with clients and the development of AI-based resume-writing services, he focuses on ATS-optimized structure, modern template design, and recruiter-aligned writing and formatting standards.

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Resume Tips

CV Formats Explained: Examples, Templates, and International Differences

CV format depends on where you’re applying and what type of role it is. Here’s how to identify the right document and adapt it for each context.

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By Borislav Stojkov

Principal Resume Writer

Borislav Stojkov is a Principal Resume Writer at Toptal Resume. His professional track record includes personally reviewing and rewriting more than 2,000 resumes for professionals across industries. In his direct work with clients and the development of AI-based resume-writing services, he focuses on ATS-optimized structure, modern template design, and recruiter-aligned writing and formatting standards.

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Resume Tips

Resume Examples: What Makes a Great Resume?

A resume example is most useful when you understand why specific choices were made. Here’s what three real-world examples reveal about strong resume writing.

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By Borislav Stojkov

Principal Resume Writer

Borislav Stojkov is a Principal Resume Writer at Toptal Resume. His professional track record includes personally reviewing and rewriting more than 2,000 resumes for professionals across industries. In his direct work with clients and the development of AI-based resume-writing services, he focuses on ATS-optimized structure, modern template design, and recruiter-aligned writing and formatting standards.

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Resume Tips

AI Resume Builder: How to Create a Better Resume With AI

AI can draft and improve every section of your resume, but the facts, accuracy checks, and final edits always need to come from you.

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By Borislav Stojkov

Principal Resume Writer

Borislav Stojkov is a Principal Resume Writer at Toptal Resume. His professional track record includes personally reviewing and rewriting more than 2,000 resumes for professionals across industries. In his direct work with clients and the development of AI-based resume-writing services, he focuses on ATS-optimized structure, modern template design, and recruiter-aligned writing and formatting standards.

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Resume Tips

Building a Resume for Construction Jobs That Gets You Hired

Construction resumes fail when they're written like typical office resume. Learn what foremen actually screen for and how to fix that.

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By Borislav Stojkov

Principal Resume Writer

Borislav Stojkov is a Principal Resume Writer at Toptal Resume. His professional track record includes personally reviewing and rewriting more than 2,000 resumes for professionals across industries. In his direct work with clients and the development of AI-based resume-writing services, he focuses on ATS-optimized structure, modern template design, and recruiter-aligned writing and formatting standards.

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