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The best career advice probably won’t come through a formal workplace mentoring program. Don’t overlook these potential sources of savvy career advice.
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Custom Content by: United States Department of TransportationThe U.S. Federal government offers countless careers, but the Department of Transportation (DoT) may be unrivaled in terms of the spectrum available within a single department.
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Unpaid internships are increasingly controversial and recognized as a non-inclusive approach to hiring. But still, you might find yourself tempted to take one. Know what to consider before you agree to work for free.
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If you are a connector you should pat yourself on the back. I’m a devoted connector, and I pat myself on the back for it, often.
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Landing a new job is never easy—and job hunting abroad adds several other layers of complications. What should you expect when you begin seeking work as an expat?
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If you’re between jobs, signing up with a staffing agency could be a smart way to gain experience, earn a paycheck, and potentially end up with a new permanent role.
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Lisa’s Winding Path
3/18/2024
Building the firm from the ground up has been a “master class” in life, freedom, empowerment, risk-taking and internal fulfillment. -
Your plans to work abroad have run into an obstacle: the need for a work visa. What is employment sponsorship?
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Top 8 Work-from-Home Jobs
3/13/2024
There are lots of work-from-home options now, but here are some of the best jobs you can do from your living room. -
Ashley’s Winding Path
3/11/2024
As a person with cerebral palsy, I've faced and defied numerous odds on my journey, and I want to share words of encouragement with those who may be doubting their ability to make a change in their career or vocation. -
Top 5 Highest-Paying Government Jobs
3/10/2024
If you’re willing to work your way up the government ladder, you may want to check out these lucrative positions. -
Top 5 Entry-Level Government Jobs
3/6/2024
If you’re new to the job market, you might want to consider these entry-level government jobs that will help you get your foot in the door. -
Being a better human involves showing up for people in ways that support them. In my efforts to be a better supporter of others, here are a few phrases I regularly deploy that get across my goal of helping them vs burnishing my ego:
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When the idea of a plain old 9-to-5 just won’t cut it, consider some of these more unusual—but still well-paid—career paths.
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Do you want to work in the United States? Here’s a look at 10 types of temporary and permanent work authorizations available to individuals in different professions and with varying skill levels.
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Barbara, Having and Being a Mentor
2/26/2024
I vividly remember spending time with junior members of the newspaper staff because I liked their enthusiasm for journalism and wanted to support them as important members of our team. I did not think about being ready to mentor them, I just did it. -
Working abroad isn’t all coffee and croissants. Before you accept a position in a foreign country, make sure you fully understand the immigration, healthcare, and financial risks you’re taking.
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Freelance Content Creator Feedback: How to Obtain and Track Performance Metrics for Your Resume
2/21/2024
Including performance metrics on your resume is key to gaining new opportunities, but it can be difficult to gather the data—especially if you’re in a freelance role. -
Scott’s Winding Path
2/19/2024
The world loves to celebrate a well-executed pivot - meaning, after it’s been proven to work. But at the beginning of a pivot? And in the middle of a pivot? The world can be skeptical. -
Education and achievements certainly have their place in snagging a successful career. But relationships? Now those can really get you someplace.