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Forgot to Ask a Question in Your Interview? Here’s What to Do

After Your Interview
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An interview is always a high-pressure situation. No matter how much you prepare your answers, you might look back and wish you had said something different. The same goes for the portion at the end of your meeting when you’re the one in charge of asking questions — you might’ve forgotten something important you wanted to […]

How to Organize a Job Search: 5 Time-Saving Tips

Applying for Jobs
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Job searching takes time. Lots of time. Much of this time is wasted on tasks that can be simplified–if not completely cut out–by getting organized during the job search process. Here are five tips for how to organize your job search so you aren’t bogged down with busy-work. With your new found time, you focus […]

6 Types of Job Interviews You Should Be Ready For

Interview Preparation
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There are 6 main types of job interviews employers use. And there are some different tactics and preparation steps you should be using for each! So in this article, we’re going to look at all 6 types of job interviews and tips for how to succeed! Let’s get started Types of Job Interviews: 1. Phone […]

Should I Leave My Job? 5 Signs You Should Quit

If you’re wondering whether you should leave your job, then keep reading. This article will cover everything you need to know. We’re going to cover: 5 personal signs that you should start searching for that next position. 5 career-related reasons you should leave a job If you’re asking yourself, “Should I leave my job?”, then these […]

How to Write a Cover Letter That Stands Out: 3 Steps

Cover Letters
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People have a love-hate relationship with cover letters. Most hate writing them. When it comes to hiring managers, some love them and some loathe them. But if you want to make a good impression, you NEED a cover letter that stands out. In my experience, cover letters get read about half the time when they […]

7 Laws Protecting Women’s Rights in the Workplace

Women have come along way in the workplace, but discrimination and unfair treatment still do happen. Part of protecting yourself is being educated about current laws and female rights in the workplace so you can make sure you’re being treated fairly. Here are 7 important laws protecting women’s rights in the workplace that you should […]

How to Clean Your Name Online: 5 Tips from an Expert

Misc Tips
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When you start building your online brand, your biggest goal is to increase your visibility. You want people to be able to easily find you online. You want Google searches that include your name to lead back to you. But what happens if something bad is showing up when people search for you? How do […]

How To Improve Your Resume in 7 Steps

Resume/CV
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If you’re looking for how to improve your resume, the 7 steps in this article will help you do this immediately. Most job seekers don’t get a chance to see how employers really read their resume and decide who to interview, so we invited professional career coach and resume writer Kyle Elliott to share tips […]

12 Resume Formatting Tips from a Professional

Nothing shuts down your job search faster than a resume with formatting issues. So we invited professional resume writer Virginia Franco to share how to format a resume step-by-step. Here is her exact method for how she formats and edits/proofreads a resume before sending it out! How to Format a Resume: 1. Contact Information Most […]

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How to Know If You’re Being Discriminated Against in the Hiring Process

Discrimination in a hiring process is illegal, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t happen. Unfortunately, preconceived notions and prejudices of the hiring manager may prevent you from getting a job that you’re qualified for. Job search discrimination can come in many different forms, from racial and age discrimination to sexist questions and attitudes. Many people face […]

Changing Jobs or Careers at 50 (With or Without a Degree)

Applying for Jobs
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Going through a job or career change at 50+ can be challenging, especially if you’ve been with the same company for years. Fortunately there are a few things you can do to make sure you get interviews and end your job search successfully. We invited professional resume writer Virginia Franco to share 7 “musts” when changing jobs or careers […]

Guide to Resume Sections, Categories, Titles, and Headings

If you’re wondering what sections to include on a resume, you’re in the right place… We’re going to go step-by-step through the most important resume sections/categories, as well as recommended titles and headings to use. We’ll also look at how to write each section, plus some proven resume writing tips and a few optional sections […]

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