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My resume offered the tip of the iceberg, mostly professional experience with a few skills and current courses mixed in. It didn’t tell the whole story. Read More

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4 hurdles you may face while job hunting this quarter, and how to handle them like a pro Toni Patterson

But even with all of the energy behind Q1 hiring, there are still significant hurdles that job applicants face as they navigate the hiring process. Read More

Resumes

8 outrageous lies real people have told on their resumes, according to Reddit Kyle Schnitzer

Employment gaps and odd job titles are among the lies that are often seen, according to hiring managers. Read More

How To

5 things jobs offer in lieu of payment and how to spot them Elvira Veksler

Here are five things companies like to offer in lieu of payment, and how to spot them. Read More

Job Search

What you need to know about a company’s performance management plan before accepting a job offer Kaitlyn McInnis

In search of a new role? Before accepting, understand how your managers or colleagues conduct and view performance management. Read More

Health

Here are the US professions with the biggest risk of getting hit by coronavirus Andy Kiersz

We took a look at what occupations in the US could be most affected, based on how much risk they have of being exposed to illnesses like the coronavirus. Read More

Resumes

Survey: How many people lie on their resumes?Kathy Morris

We conducted a survey on resume behavior to uncover who lies on their resume, what they lie about, and how those lies work out for them. Read More

Interview Tips

“What motivates You?”: Answering an age-old interview question Helen ONeil

What motivates you? It’s a question that is deeply relevant to people in all industries, no matter whether they’re entry-level or interviewing for the CEO position. When you’re looking for a new job, it’s important to understand that the job search process is not a battle to convince some HR team that you’re eminently “employable”. Read More

How To

The complete guide to writing a letter of intent Helen ONeil

What is a letter of intent? A letter of intent is an unsolicited query letter that describes your skills, accomplishments, and knowledge of a company’s unique mission, culture, and values. Read More

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