Your resume is your first opportunity to show you care and that you’re meticulous about accuracy — even if the content is sparse, Goff says. Get a trusted friend or parent to take a look, too.

My resume is outdated, and I am not sure how to grab the attention of employers as they will first see the huge gap in employment. I have listed only the last 10 years of experience.

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