When you apply for a job or internship, you’ll likely have to submit a resume as part of your application. So, what is a resume? Think of it as a brief summary of your skills, experience, and accomplishments. And given that a recruiter may only look at your resume for approximately 7.4 seconds, it’s crucial …
Congratulations — you’ve submitted your resume (and maybe a cover letter, too), and now you’ve landed a Zoom interview. The interview is a crucial part of the job-seeking process. It not only allows employers to meet you and learn more about your experience. It’s also an opportunity for you to meet a company representative and …
Landing a dream job and excelling in a career isn’t only about resumes, cover letters, and a track record of strong performance. It’s also about who you know — and who knows you. Your reputation precedes you. That saying is true in any setting and essential in a professional environment. You want to not only …
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The current job market is complex, with the Great Resignation and mass layoffs creating stiff competition among job searchers in many industries. In this environment, you have to present your best professional self to recruiters and hiring managers—and, to stand out, you need a solid interview strategy. So we asked HR and career experts about …
“It’s all about who you know.” In today’s job market, this adage is as true as ever. With so many job seekers competing for positions, having a solid professional network can be crucial to securing an offer. Networking is an important tool to use throughout your career. Whether beginning from scratch or strengthening your connections, …
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While official numbers from the U.S. Labor Department suggest the job market is still white-hot, there are signs an economic downturn is coming. But whether the Great Resignation continues or a new recession takes hold, job seekers can benefit from knowing what hiring managers are (and aren’t) looking for during the recruitment process. We rounded …
The Great Resignation has made the job market highly competitive—for employers. Workers have been quitting in record numbers, looking for better opportunities and higher pay. Four and a half million people quit their jobs in March alone, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. If you’re currently looking for a job, you …
Internships are on the rise. According to a recent survey from the National Association of Colleges and Employers, employers expect to boost their intern hiring by 22.6% for the 2021-22 academic year. But there’s no need to stress if you couldn’t secure one of those coveted spots. For starters, you’re not alone. You’re also not …
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Your college internship, that retail job you worked in high school, your personal side project from a few years ago — do all of these go on your resume? What’s considered outdated? How are you supposed to know how back your resume should go? We spoke to experts to ensure your resume is as up-to-date …
Working on your resume and staring at an empty skills section with no idea what to put down? We’ve all been there— and we’re here to give you some direction. The skills section of your resume should showcase your most relevant skills and reflect the requirements of the position you are considering. It should accurately …
