So, you’re a math whiz! Math is a great hard skill with valuable career applications, even though those career applications might not always be obvious. That’s why we’ve come up with a “What math careers are right for me?” quiz to help you figure out what math careers are out there and which one is …
Zoe Kaplan is a senior writer at Forage. Prior to Forage, she was a writer, editor, and community coordinator for Fairygodboss, the largest career community for women. Zoe earned a B.A. in English from Wesleyan University.
Her work has been featured in career sites The Ladders, Ivy Exec, The Female Quotient, Hive, and more.
Favorite Career Advice
There's no one perfect way to write a resume or cover letter. Stress less about the formatting, and focus more on showing the company how your skills and experience will be valuable to them.
Experience Highlights
- 4+ years experience writing about career advice and workplace trends
- 3+ years experience providing advice, support, and empowerment in online career communities, including Fairygodboss, the largest career community for women
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