So, what exactly is happening in the job market right now? Summer is typically a slow time for the job market and hiring in general, with candidates and hiring managers…
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Writing a resume when you have little or no experience can be challenging – but it’s something every job seeker faces at some point in their careers. Whether you are…
Guest Post by Dawid Wiacek, CPCC There is a coach for everything these days, not just sports. Business coach. Relationship coach. Money coach. Happiness coach. Parenting coach. Crystal healing…
There are several different types of skills job seekers can highlight on a resume. The two most commonly talked about are "hard skills" (the functional skills necessary to thrive in...
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A solid resume is the foundation of a successful job search, but your ability to impress a potential employer during the interview will determine whether or not you move onto…
“What are your salary requirements?” This can be one of the most challenging questions in the job interview, and one that invokes a ton of anxiety for job seekers. On…
Having a gap in employment on your resume used to be a red flag to hiring managers. But in today’s job market, where we’re no strangers to freelance work, layoffs,…
Your cover letter can really increase your chances of scoring an interview by going beyond the resume to tell your story on a deeper level. As a resume is designed…
“Should I include my [freelance / pro-bono / academic / other outside experience] on my resume?” It’s a phrase I hear often when interviewing job seekers and career changers during…
Q: I was laid off during the pandemic. How do I reflect this on my resume and still appear attractive to employers? A: My partner likes to make a joke…
A: First and foremost, the answer to this question is highly personal and based on a number of factors, from your background and skill level, to your financial situation, and…
The 2020 pandemic changed the job and career landscape dramatically. Especially for industries that felt the extremes, from becoming irrelevant to having record revenues. While the change in the employment…
Part of setting yourself for success in your job search is doing adequate research and planning with the right tools. If you go into your job search with a clear…
When a new job posting pops up it's hard to not jump at the opportunity and apply immediately. Most candidates don't understand is that it's not a race to be...
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One of the most challenging aspects of the job search is how to make your resume stand out among hundreds of potential competitors. In today’s saturated job market, it’s critical…
The holiday season can be a challenging time to search for a job. Hiring often slows during these last five weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, as many staffers cash…