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Job Searching During COVID-19
06/18/2020

Job Searching During COVID-19

During this unprecedented time, many who have gotten laid off due to COVID-19 are actively seeking employment. For some, it can feel like COVID-19 has put their lives on hold. The good news is that many companies are still hiring, and there are steps you can take to prepare yourself to get hired during this new normal.

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Navigating the Job Market During a Recession
04/10/2020

Navigating the Job Market During a Recession

More than 10 million U.S. workers have filed for unemployment benefits according to data obtained from the Department of Labor. Looking for employment may seem arduous, but it is definitely not impossible. 

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Is Your Job Search Making You Stressed Out?
02/12/2020

Is Your Job Search Making You Stressed Out?

The stress of job searching can take a major toll on your life and even keep you from making valuable progress. Here are some tips that might help.

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You Got the Job! Now What?
01/31/2020

You Got the Job! Now What?

Congratulations! You received a job offer and cannot be more thrilled to start working. Here are some tips to help you keep the job.

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Soft Skills
01/31/2020

Soft Skills

Soft Skills vs Hard Skills | LinkedIn Top 5 Soft skills for 2020

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Soft Skills Success
01/14/2020

Soft Skills Success

In the previous Soft Skills Savvy and Soft Skills Smarts articles, the need to assess, reflect, exhibit, adopt and use Soft Skills in the workplace and ways we can assess and reflect those skills, were identified. This article will provide examples of practical ways to exhibit, adopt, and use Soft Skills in the workplace and why it is important for employability and career advancement.

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Soft Skills Smarts
01/02/2020

Soft Skills Smarts

The previous article, Soft Skills Savvy, identified the need to assess, reflect, exhibit, adopt and use Soft Skills in the workplace. This article will provide examples of practical ways to assess and reflect Soft Skills.

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Soft Skills Savvy
12/16/2019

Soft Skills Savvy

This article is first in a 3-part series. Discover what soft skills are and why they are crucial for our employability and career advancement.

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Updating Your Résumé to the 21st Century Trends
12/04/2019

Updating Your Résumé to the 21st Century Trends

According to Glassdoor, the average recruiter or hiring manager spends only six seconds reading a résumé. What if there was a way to stand out against the competition without using just the traditional résumé? In this article, we will show you how!

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Achieve Your Goals the S.M.A.R.T. Way
11/14/2019

Achieve Your Goals the S.M.A.R.T. Way

We all have goals we want to accomplish. Formulating your goals as a S.M.A.R.T. goal can help you shift your mindset to be more successful.

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Disclosing Your Disability to Employers
10/25/2019

Disclosing Your Disability to Employers

The decision to disclose information about a disability can be challenging for individuals with unique abilities. Find out when and how to reveal that information, if you choose to do so.

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Building a Professional Network
10/14/2019

Building a Professional Network

The #1 goal of networking is to generate an interview with a potential employer. To be successful in this, you should...

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Crafting an Impactful Personal Brand
10/01/2019

Crafting an Impactful Personal Brand

Have you ever been in a situation where you had the opportunity to talk with a highly important person? Let’s say for example they’re employed in a company that you really want to work for, and one of the first things they say is tell me about yourself. Would you know how to respond?

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Masterfully Answer the Most Common Interview Questions
09/16/2019

Masterfully Answer the Most Common Interview Questions

Times have shifted and that has impacted the way companies now hold interviews. However, whether an interview is via phone, Skype, pre-recorded video, or in person, the questions have generally remained the same. Here are the top five most commonly asked interview questions and the best ways to answer them.

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Navigating Your First Networking Event
08/26/2019

Navigating Your First Networking Event

Whether it is for job searching, to build brand awareness, or even for career advancement, networking seems to be the bridge to make it all happen. Here is a strategy to help get you started.

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Top Five Careers without a College Degree
08/15/2019

Top Five Careers without a College Degree

Are you unsure of your plans after high school but know that college is not in your future? Tired of working dead end jobs and in dire need of a change but don’t have a degree? No need to worry; there are plenty of career opportunities that do not require a college degree and still pay well. Here are the top five careers in 2019 that can provide a secure future.

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Choosing the Right Career For You
08/01/2019

Choosing the Right Career For You

The ecosystem of work revolves around something called Skills Identification. In other words, liking what you do is as important as doing what you like! Understanding the importance of utilizing your current identifiable skills to look for a career that will provide a positive and long term effect on your overall job satisfaction.

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How to: Deliver Effective and Professional Emails
07/15/2019

How to: Deliver Effective and Professional Emails

Formal email writing is usually the first skill many business professionals will need to know in order to be an effective communicator. These tips will help you overcome these challenges, and gain a competitive edge in the workforce.

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How to: Create the Perfect Visual Portfolio
07/01/2019

How to: Create the Perfect Visual Portfolio

Creating a portfolio can feel stressful when you have so many projects and don't know how to properly display them. Before you begin, there are three major questions every portfolio must answer to be considered successful and complete.

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How Hiring Internally Can Benefit Your Company
06/12/2019

How Hiring Internally Can Benefit Your Company

Do you have a new position to fill or recently lost an employee? Is the current workload too much for your existing staff? Find out why it is in your best interest to promote internally versus seeking outside assistance.

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Do You Carry the Responsibility of a Leader but not the Title?
05/15/2019

Do You Carry the Responsibility of a Leader but not the Title?

Are you feeling frustrated at work because you are being overlooked for promotions or succession planning?  Demonstrate you are ready to be a leader!

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Are You Promoting Your Professional Brand?
05/01/2019

Are You Promoting Your Professional Brand?

If you are looking to expand your professional network, stay on top of industry trends, or promote yourself - then LinkedIn is the site for you! 

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Have You Ever Made a Mistake at Work that Still Bothers You?
04/17/2019

Have You Ever Made a Mistake at Work that Still Bothers You?

Have you ever made a mistake at work that you could not forgive or forget? We have all been there and done that once…twice…or even more! 

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Are You an Effective Team Player at Work?
04/05/2019

Are You an Effective Team Player at Work?

Do you enjoy working with others or alone? We all have our preferences; however, sometimes we are pushed beyond our comfort zone at work. That is what professional development is all about!

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Will Your Resume Land You Your Dream Job?
03/25/2019

Will Your Resume Land You Your Dream Job?

Are you applying for jobs but not getting any responses? It may be time to update your resume and sell yourself effectively.

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4 Tips for Writing a Cover Letter that will Get Noticed
03/01/2019

4 Tips for Writing a Cover Letter that will Get Noticed

Trying to land a job but the employer is requesting a cover letter? That same old cover letter you keep using isn't really applicable to every job? Here's some tips to find out how to customize your cover letter and land an interview.

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Top 5 Must Have Soft Skills Trending in 2019
02/14/2019

Top 5 Must Have Soft Skills Trending in 2019

Soft skills are always a necessity in every occupation. Find out the top five soft skills trending in 2019.

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How Strong is Your 30 Second Elevator Pitch?
01/29/2019

How Strong is Your 30 Second Elevator Pitch?

How do you describe yourself in thirty seconds or less to land your dream job? Check out these tips on how to perfect your elevator pitch.

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Business Professional vs Business Casual 101 for Women
01/03/2019

Business Professional vs Business Casual 101 for Women

It's your turn ladies! With your wardrobe packed with clothes, find out what you have in your closet that can be used for business professional and business casual interviews.

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Business Professional vs Business Casual 101 for Men
12/26/2018

Business Professional vs Business Casual 101 for Men

With the fashion world always changing, it is hard to keep up with the trends and knowing when to use them. Learn how to tastefully incorporate your unique style when going for a business professional or business casual interview.

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Do You Have the Skills Employers Need?
10/11/2018

Do You Have the Skills Employers Need?

It is never too soon to start thinking about your next career move. What skills can you offer an employer whether you are getting a job for the first time, changing careers or looking for advancement?

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Staying Competitive in the Job Market
09/06/2018

Staying Competitive in the Job Market

Perhaps you have submitted your resume for the perfect job, a job that aligns with your work history and skill set; however, you have not received any calls for interviews.  You felt like you were the perfect fit, but to no avail, you just hear crickets.

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Make Sure You Are on the Right Career Path
08/07/2018

Make Sure You Are on the Right Career Path

At times, do you wonder if you are doing what you were meant to do?  Do you find that your work has become one monotonous long drawn-out sentence?  Do you feel like the culture at your job may not be a good fit or you have more potential?

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Should I Go to College or Learn a Trade?
07/10/2018

Should I Go to College or Learn a Trade?

During high school, you will begin refining your career plan to determine what your next steps are to transition into adulthood.  Which path is right for you?

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Answering the Tough Questions During Interviews
06/19/2018

Answering the Tough Questions During Interviews

You may be tempted to respond with, “Oh I’m good! I think we’ve covered everything” this can make you appear unenthusiastic about the position. This is a great opportunity to show your interviewer how interested you really are in the position!

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Keep Calm, Cool and Collected During Interviews
05/05/2018

Keep Calm, Cool and Collected During Interviews

Even the most confident applicants can experience a moment of panic and uncertainty during an interview.  This article will prepare you to traverse uncertain terrain, build your courage, and learn how to not sweat the little things. Literally and figuratively.

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Get Noticed By Recruiters on Social Media
04/02/2018

Get Noticed By Recruiters on Social Media

When looking for work you may think devoting all your time to filling out online applications and scrolling through hundreds of job postings is your best bet. While paying attention to these activities is without a doubt important, investing some of your energy into building up your online presence can pay off just as well.

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561.340.1060

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