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There’s 1 phrase you should never include on a cover letter Ryan Luke

Avoid this phrase and take the time to make your cover letter personal. This will make a great first impression and give you an advantage. Read More

5 opening lines for your cover letter that will set you apart Kattie Thorndyke

There are five key components to your cover letter that will impress both readers and ATS (Applicant Tracking System) technology. Read More

Cover Letters

Avoiding “feminine words” in a cover letter can cost women the job Sara London

You may think feminine words don’t belong in your cover letter, but they do. According to a new study, avoiding them has negative consequences. Read More

Job Search

6 Tips for Job Hunting While You’re Still Employed Amanda Augustine

Who says you have to stay stuck in a job that you don’t like? Check out these tips on how to find greener pastures while still employed. Read More

Resumes

Does my resume need a recruiter, a review, or a rewrite?Ladders

Is my resume ready for recruiters, or a fast review? Just asking that question gives you an edge. Here you can find your free resume rewrite, too. Read More

Interview Tips

6 ways to show off your management skills in an interview Ashley Jones

You need to know exactly how to show off your management skills in an interview without skipping a beat. Here are six ways to do it. Read More

Application Tracking Systems: ATSs

What is an ATS, how does it impact hiring, and what can you do about it?Ladders Contributor

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are increasingly used to cut back on job applications. Here we show you how to ensure you make it through. Read More

Resumes

Resume or CV (Curriculum Vitae)? Here’s the difference Ladders

Do you have a resume or a CV? And what’s the difference, if any? Many use the terms interchangeably. However, there are fundamental differences between the two. Let’s take a look. Read More

Learning Ladders

Company Contacts: How to use your contacts to follow up or get referrals Ladders

Knowing how and when to follow up on your job application, along with knowing how to get contact info, can make you stand out as an enthusiastic candidate. Read More

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7 things you should never ask your boss

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