In today's tight job market your resume is more important than ever. Your resume has to stand out and get you noticed among the stiff competition. You may be in the unwanted position of having to write a resume for the first time in many years or you may be fresh out of school and have never written a resume before. Either situation is less than desirable, but it is not hopeless. You can get that job and jump start your career with the right resume. Prospective employers will notice you because you will stand out from the masses.