Resume builder with live ATS scoring, AI wording suggestions and 450+ templates. The free forever tier gives you up to three resumes, five basic templates, live ATS scoring, unlimited job applications, a shareable portfolio page and one clean download you can edit and re-download; other downloads carry a watermark. Paid tiers start at Rs.99/month.
Why I recommend it: Use the free tier for the ATS score, not the writing. It is a quick way to see whether a machine can read your layout at all, which is the failure most people never find out about. Two notes: pricing is set in Indian rupees, and no resume tool's score is the actual employer's screening system — a high number means readable, not shortlisted.
An AI platform for professionals to articulate their value, build targeted CVs, and match to roles aligned with their strengths rather than keyword-matching job descriptions.
Why I recommend it: Free to explore, with paid coaching behind it — use the strengths framing to sharpen how you describe yourself, then apply it wherever you want.
Free resume and job-search downloads from Resume Assassin, including ATS-friendly templates and checklists.
Why I recommend it: Good source of practical resume templates; pair it with a real job description so you are tailoring, not just filling in a template.
Kirsten Visman on the rise in early terminations of new hires, the mismatch between how people describe their skills and what the job actually needs, and how to write a CV that survives the first 90 days.
Why I recommend it: Overselling a skill gets you hired and then fired. Write the resume you can defend on day one.
Yale's guidance on specialized resume formats — federal, academic CV, consulting, tech, and nonprofit — and when each format is expected.
In plain terms: This guide explains how to format resumes for federal government positions, specific industries, and international jobs. You can use it to learn about the federal resume builder and find country-specific application advice.
From the site: Formats for federal government, academic, consulting, and other specialized resumes, including guidance on the USAJOBS resume builder.
Why I recommend it: Different sectors expect different formats. Match the format before you polish the words.
