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  • How to Gracefully Explain That Resume Gap

    How to Gracefully Explain That Resume Gap

    4/4/2022

    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.
  • How to Explain a Resume Gap over COVID to Potential Employers

    How to Explain a Resume Gap over COVID to Potential Employers

    1/20/2022

    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.
  • Why You Should Be Empathetic When it Comes to Resume Gaps

    Why You Should Be Empathetic When it Comes to Resume Gaps

    7/9/2018

    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...
  • Key Things Recruiters Look for in Your Resume

    Key Things Recruiters Look for in Your Resume

    4/11/2022

    No matter how high-tech job-hunting has become, the basics of resume writing still apply. Make sure your resume includes the fundamentals every recruiter needs to see before offering you an interview.
  • 10 Resume Mistakes You'll Want to Avoid

    10 Resume Mistakes You'll Want to Avoid

    9/20/2017

    Here are the top 10 resume mistakes most people make and how to avoid them.
  • Should I Dumb Down My Resume When Applying to Jobs I’m Overqualified For?

    Should I Dumb Down My Resume When Applying to Jobs I’m Overqualified For?

    7/9/2020

    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?
  • How to Respond to: "Walk Me Through Your Resume"

    How to Respond to: "Walk Me Through Your Resume"

    7/1/2019

    "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...
  • How to Explain a Toxic Work Environment During a Job Interview

    How to Explain a Toxic Work Environment During a Job Interview

    4/13/2020

    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.
  • Tips for Cutting Your Resume Down to One Page

    Tips for Cutting Your Resume Down to One Page

    12/15/2017

    When job-hunting, you're excited to tell a hiring manager exactly how much value you'll bring to the company—but that doesn't mean your resume should read like a novel. This is yet another time in life when less is more. In most cases, unless you're an upper-level executive, your resume should no...
  • Back to Work: Position Your Unique Skills Learned as a Stay-at-Home Parent

    Back to Work: Position Your Unique Skills Learned as a Stay-at-Home Parent

    1/27/2022

    Your time as a SAHM or SAHD isn't a loss career-wise. In fact, your skills and experiences as a parent, volunteer, or freelancer can open new doors as long as you craft your resume strategically.
  • Your Guide To Heading Back To The Workforce After Years Of Absence

    Your Guide To Heading Back To The Workforce After Years Of Absence

    10/21/2017

    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.
  • How to Make Irrelevant Experience Relevant During Your Job Search

    How to Make Irrelevant Experience Relevant During Your Job Search

    7/11/2018

    You may be worried that including irrelevant work experience on your resume could hurt your chances of landing your dream job. Then again, leaving that experience out could create gaps in your timeline. How do you solve this dilemma?
  • Managing Age Issues as an Older Job Applicant

    Managing Age Issues as an Older Job Applicant

    12/14/2015

    If you’re in your 50s, 60s, or even 70s, chances are you may find it necessary to conduct a job search. Here are some tips.
  • 5 Things to Consider When Going Back to Work Full Time

    5 Things to Consider When Going Back to Work Full Time

    10/16/2019

    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 ...
  • Beyond the Resume: Insider's Guide to Skills Employers Value Most

    Beyond the Resume: Insider's Guide to Skills Employers Value Most

    6/29/2015

    Your resume is a powerful tool, but it’s who you are and how you bring those skills to the table that will ultimately win you your next big role in your career.
  • Top Part-Time Job Options During the Pandemic

    Top Part-Time Job Options During the Pandemic

    9/1/2020

    Every fall, hundreds of thousands of Americans apply for part-time and temporary work. Some do it to boost their income, others to pay down debt, or enjoy an extra-festive holiday season.
  • Crafting an Awesome Cover Letter

    Crafting an Awesome Cover Letter

    2/12/2016

    Craft a cover letter that will land you your dream job with these tips.
  • Guide to Answering Common Interview Questions

    Guide to Answering Common Interview Questions

    6/23/2020

    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!
  • Should You Quit Your Job Before Reeling in a New Job?

    Should You Quit Your Job Before Reeling in a New Job?

    2/17/2017

    Should You Quit Your Job Before Landing a New Job? This is a tricky decision that many employees face. Read our take.
  • Jobseeker Advantages During the Great Resignation Era

    Jobseeker Advantages During the Great Resignation Era

    8/30/2022

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