The recession has caused millions of Americans to lose their jobs, making the job market extremely difficult to navigate as there are fewer opportunities and more career hopefuls. Because of this problem, potential employees have to be at the top of their game to secure an interview and impress their potential future boss.

When crafting a resume, it is important to make sure all of the key qualifications stand out, according to ABC News. When a worker is specific about what skills they possess, it can be easier for a potential employer to determine whether or not it's a good fit. As a result, job seekers should not worry about the quantity on their experience list, but rather the quality.

Using social networking sites such as LinkedIn may also provide opportunities that otherwise may not arise. Posting a resume on the website has the potential to attract a number of companies who may not be outwardly advertising they're looking to hire.

If all else fails, a job seeker may want to give their resume to everyone they know, as BusinessWeek reports that 70 percent of all positions are filled through networking.