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Adding Pronouns to your Resume, Email or LinkedIn Profile

2021-03-16T09:21:10-04:00General News|

Seeing pronouns on people’s social media profiles and email footers is no surprise. The practice has actually become increasingly popular as a way to show support for the LGBTQ+ community, specifically for transgender and non-binary people. Adding pronouns such as she/her, he/him and, they/them to your profile, resume, or email is not only a great way to show support for members of this community but also makes for a more inclusive space/environment. Inclusiveness is a super important part of any workplace and this is just one, simple way to emphasize it. […]

4 of the Best Resume Builders 

2021-02-16T10:31:59-05:00General Job Search Advice, General News, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters|

Creating a strong resume from the ground up can be a difficult task. Since a resume is the employers’ first impression of a candidate, it’s important to make it stand out. Even the most qualified candidates still need to show off their skills and experience with a stellar resume. Not sure how to start crafting the perfect one? Resume builders can help!    There are all different types of resume builders meant to take the stress out of the process. Some focus more on the design and customization of templates while others are less customizable but convey the information in both [...]

Dress to Impress: Interviews 

2021-02-02T09:10:28-05:00Acing the Interview, Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers|

It’s no surprise that first impressions are impacted by looks. For this reason, it’s extremely important to dress your best when interview time rolls around. For some, finding that perfect interview outfit is tricky. Others may not even know where to begin when getting dressed for an interview! Either way, don’t stress…We’re here to help!  The first step to finding that perfect interview outfit is to know the environment of the company. Of course, you’re going to wear something nice, but the type of company you’re interviewing with could mean the difference between formal attire such as suits, or business [...]

Applicant Tracking Systems: All You Need to Know

2021-01-26T08:35:28-05:00All About Recruiters, Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters|

To be successful in landing interviews, job seekers need to know and understand applicant tracking systems and what they do. A large majority of companies, both big and small, utilize applicant tracking systems to filter resume submissions before an actual person reviews them. This can in turn affect a job seeker’s chance at even receiving a call or landing an interview. However, resumes can be tweaked to improve their chances of making it through an Applicant Tracking System. Keep reading to find out how to beat an ATS! […]

Answer “Why Are You Looking for a New Job?”

2021-01-21T11:07:40-05:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice, How To|

Preparing for a job interview can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. It is always a good idea to prepare some potential questions and answers beforehand. If you are already employed at a different company, the interviewer will likely ask “Why are you looking for a new job?”.  […]

Industry Spotlight: Accounting

2021-01-12T08:31:25-05:00General Job Search Advice, Industry Spotlight, Job Efficiency, Resources for Job Seekers|

New for 2021, Industry Spotlights will focus on different sectors of the job market each month. The goal of the Industry Spotlights is to give readers and job-hunters alike some examples of the best careers out there and explain why they are considered top tier. Industry Spotlights will also encourage and help readers to choose a career path that is right for them as each spotlight will take an in-depth look at all of the ins and outs of that career. Stay tuned for a new Industry Spotlight every month! First up… Accounting!  […]

Resume Supplements For Success

2020-12-29T16:32:00-05:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters|

Crafting a resume to perfection can be a tricky task. From deciding what to include and what not to include, to choosing a format and highlighting your accomplishments, there are so many aspects. […]

A Guide to Outplacement Services

2020-12-24T10:34:17-05:00General Job Search Advice, Job Efficiency, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters|

What is Outplacement? Outplacement services have become a rapidly growing and almost required part of every company. An outplacement service helps a terminated employee transition into a new job by guiding them through the job search. Employers typically have this in play for when they are forced to make cuts. There are many different types of outplacement services with different options. Some are as cheap as $750/employee but others range into the thousands. If a company has an outplacement service, it should be mentioned in the severance package. So what’s that? A severance package is an agreement made at the [...]

The Second Interview: All You Need to Know

2020-12-15T08:47:55-05:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice|

Interviews in general are a scary thing to handle, let alone multiple interviews for the same company in a short period of time. What could they possibly need to ask still? Is this the final one? Will it be the same person interviewing? Or more people? What if it goes horribly? We’ve got all the answers right here! From wrapping up your first interview to hearing back after the second interview, everything’s covered. […]

High-Income Skills in 2020

2020-11-24T08:40:21-05:00General Job Search Advice, Job Efficiency, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers|

Figuring out what types of skills are most desirable or will get you the most recognition is tricky. However, when you can do something not many can or maybe something that is a huge asset for a specific industry, you can get paid big bucks! While transferable skills amp up any resume, the more technical skills and industry-specific knowledge can amp up your salary! Continue reading to find out the hottest jobs and skills of 2020. […]

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