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You may think a resume gap is a sign of inconsistency or a lack of commitment. However, having a space between jobs isn’t always a negative. In fact, the explanation behind those gaps could actually reveal characteristics you would want in a new hire. So if you’re automatically tossing out resume...

Have a COVID-related resume gap? You're not the only one. Learn how to own it and even use it your advantage in your next job interview.

A glaring gap on your resume doesn’t need to spell disaster. Here are a few options, both for the resume and interview phases, which can help you confidently navigate intermittent employment.

Sometimes quitting your job is the best answer. It should be your last resort, but there are times when a workplace is so toxic or detrimental to your health you simply must get out.

It's fun to share war stories about the most off-the-wall interview questions you've ever been asked, but most follow a set pattern....Read on to see how to answer the most common interview questions!

Employers have had to get creative to identify skilled employees. They cannot rely solely on posting job listings to bridge a growing talent gap. Job boards can definitely serve a purpose, but recruiters and hiring managers must sort through hundreds of unqualified candidates in hopes of digging ...

As you search for a job, you’ll likely receive unsolicited but well-meaning advice. To stay on track, make sure you know which pearls of wisdom you should heed and which you should throw out the window.

Everyone knows that how you quit your job is important. But not everyone realizes that knowing when to do so is just as—if not more—important. So you’ve decided to move on? Read on for a general guide of quitting times that will reveal to future employers more about you than you might expect.

Employers commonly, and actively, discourage workers from discussing compensation and salaries. This hush-hush culture around pay creates immense inequalities for women, minorities, and people of color.

Raising children, caring for a parent or downsized during a downturn—career breaks are becoming increasingly common. No matter the cause for your employment gap, there are steps you can take to smooth your re-entry. Here’s our advice.

"Walk me through your resume" is a common interview question, yet it also trips up many job candidates. It's not an invitation to tell your life story in chronological order. Instead, it's an opportunity to showcase your presentation styles, ability to synthesize information, and trajectory of pr...

Here are the top 10 resume mistakes most people make and how to avoid them.

Employers can do everything they can to increase employee satisfaction and retention and mitigate turnover, but the reality is they can’t prevent top talent from walking out the door for the promise of a better opportunity. That’s why, when your best employee puts in her resignation letter, it’s ...

Any job search is demanding, but it’s extra stressful when going back to work after an extended absence. . You may be out of practice, but the skills and work ethic you’ve developed over the years remain intact. You simply need to remind yourself of this fact and find a way to promote your value ...

In the past year, 72 million Americans left their jobs. Here are three reasons you might want to join the Great Resignation.

Employees need motivation, but for employers, knowing HOW to do that can be a challenge. Here are five proven ways to motivate employees.

What distinguishes a Top Workplace from an average one? The truth is, there is no single practice, no one-size-fits-all solution for achieving great results.

Does your workplace put enough into training and development? Done right, it eliminates skill gaps, teaches workers modern technologies, and helps employees become product experts. Read on to learn more!

You're looking at a listing for your dream job. You meet most of the qualifications the hiring manager is looking for—but not all of them. Should you bother applying, or will it just be a waste of time? Find out.

Your resume is sterling. You’ve got degrees to spare, a solid work history, and an attractive list of certificates and awards. Any company would be lucky to have you. So why hasn’t anyone called you back?