So, you’ve received and accepted an offer of employment for your first, professional job. Congratulations!
At this point, you’re likely mostly excited and probably a little nervous about that job. That excitement and your nerves are natural and nothing to …
Transferable skills, also known as portable skills, are those versatile abilities that you can bring to any role or industry—which is particularly helpful when changing careers. But you don’t need to be an expert to have them; these valuable skills …
Looking for a list of good skills to put on a resume with no experience? Yes, it exists. When writing a resume for your first job, finding the best tools to show employers what you have to offer can make …
As someone who’s been on both sides of an interview, I’ve heard a lot of things that were better left unsaid. I’m sure the speaker meant well (usually), but nerves just got in the way (guilty as charged!). But sometimes …
Sometimes, hiring managers and recruiters set application and job interview expectations that are just a little too hopeful – or much too hopeful!
One Twitter user, for instance, shared the following job posting example:
“I saw a job post the …
Searching for a job can feel like a full-time job. Finding the right roles to apply for, personalizing cover letters and resumes, and going through multiple rounds of interviews, can be exhausting and draining. So how can you set boundaries …
There’s tons of advice about creating a resume that gets results. And one of the common topics is resume keywords. Most advice says using keywords on your resume is crucial. And it is. The right resume keywords can and do …
You’ve had a long career but need a short resume—it’s the ultimate Catch-22.
Keeping your resume to one page can be a serious struggle—even with narrowing the margins of your document, decreasing the size of your font, or tightening …
With remote and hybrid work environments in full swing post-pandemic, telephone interviews are more important than ever.
Recruiters and hiring managers find phone interviews to be an effective method for either screening candidates or as a step earlier in the …
In the ever-evolving landscape of professional life, having a career roadmap is like possessing a compass in a dense forest. It guides your steps, helps you navigate challenges, and ultimately leads you toward your desired destination.
A strategic career plan …
