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7 Ways to Sabotage Your Job Search
by Guest Author, Emmet Pierce Don’t make a job search tougher by blundering into these mistakes. Hiring the right person for a job is difficult, and there is much at stake for employers. If the company hires the wrong person, it could be stuck for years with an unqualified worker. That’s why everything an applicant…
Read More7 Tips To Find The Perfect Remote Job for You
by Guest Author, Anthony Cofrancesco Ever since the option became more prevalent during the worst of the pandemic, employees have been flocking to remote work. Per Forbes, interest in remote work rose by 556% last month (believed to be in part spurred by some harsh words from Elon Musk towards remote employees). But a remote job…
Read MoreIs Embellishing Expected on a Resume?
by Guest Author, Samantha Nolan Dear Sam: It seems when I read the resumes of my friends and colleagues, they consistently claim accomplishments that seem exceptionally impressive and make me question the strength of my resume. Is it normal to embellish on a resume and stretch the truth to make yourself sound like a stronger…
Read MoreJob Search Success Strategies If You’re Over 50
by Guest Author, Robin Ryan “I read about all the labor shortages, and hear that other colleagues are landing new, high-paying jobs, so why can’t I get one?” asked Cathy, a director in her late 50s. “I think it’s because of age discrimination. My resume gets recruiters to call, and they set up the…
Read MoreJobs In Demand in 2022
Whether you are seriously looking for a career change or just checking on what’s out there, here are the hot jobs in demand in 2022. According to an article by Acorns dated January 7, 2022: 7 jobs in high demand for 2022: A few pay $60,000 a year or more Need more job advice? Join…
Read MoreJanuary is the Best Time to Apply for a New Job
Planning to apply for a new job? Now is a perfect time. Do you know why? New Year, new beginnings. However, this is especially true in 2022 following “The Great Resignation.” Oh, and have you heard that there is a worker shortage in almost every industry? January is a common month for companies to open…
Read MoreCommon Career Change Obstacles
Don’t let these common career change obstacles stop you from finding a better career path. If you are considering a career change, there is good news. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, almost half of Americans will have switched jobs by the end of 2020. There are many reasons why people choose to switch…
Read More10 Industries Hiring Right Now
2021 has had its share of ups and downs but for the most part, it was better than 2020 economically. More companies have created new jobs which provide opportunities for job seekers across America! If you are getting ready to look for a new career the following positions are open in a lot of markets…
Read MoreJob Posting Red Flags
Look out for these job posting red flags to save yourself a lot of time and hassle. It takes a lot of time and effort to research a new job, jump through the hoops to apply, interview, and then land the job. So, anything you can do to shorten the process and, more importantly, not…
Read MoreGreat Phrases for a Resume: Use one today!
You never really know how many people are applying for the same jobs that you are. So, you have to make your resume stands out in a sea of applicants if you really want to land an interview. The following are great phrases for a resume. If applicable, use them to make a hiring manager…
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