While for the most part I steer people away from the functional resume--as hiring managers do not care for the disjointed nature of such a resume format--there are times, as in the case described ...

Functional Format. If you have a minimal work history, gaps in employment or have frequently jumped around to different jobs types, this might be the right layout for you.

IT leaders must work to hone their resumes, but equally important is making sure the format and flow catch the attention of recruiters and application tracking systems alike.

Job seekers are often too quick to think that when a chronological resume isn’t effective, it must mean it has to be organized functionally.

Dear Sam: Due to downsizing, I have recently found myself back in the market searching for a job. I have not had issues getting my resume noticed in the past. I have more than seven years ...