Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

In the last few years, we have experienced candidate-driven markets in America, but the trend started to change in 2023. In April 2024, Reuters, for example, wrote about another 7% increase in layoff ...

There are right ways and wrong ways to use generative AI when job hunting. Follow these guidelines to land your dream gig. I’ve been writing about consumer technology and video games for more than a ...

When sorting through dozens—or hundreds—of résumés and cover letters, certain patterns start to wear thin fast. Whether it's vague bullet points, inconsistent formatting or overused buzzwords, small ...

Recruiter Steve Levy finds most cover letters disingenuous and uninspiring. Levy recalls receiving only one in his career that was truly original and captivating. He stressed the importance of finding ...