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Expert guidance to help you navigate your career journey

Interviewing for dream job when a major vacation is already on the books can be both awkward and challenging. Read More

Majority of job seekers don't negotiate for a higher salary Jane Burnett

There are many ways that a salary negotiation can go wrong, but it turns out that some people aren’t even engaging in this discussion when they get picked for a job. A whopping 61% of people didn’t ask for a bigger paycheck after they scored a job offer. Read More

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So, you got offered the job during the interview Jane Burnett

Getting a job offer can bring on a slew of emotions — like feelings of validation, success, and nervousness about what’s to come. But receiving one during a job interview is a different story. Here’s what to keep in mind before jumping off the deep end. Read More

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Recruiters confess the qualities that are instant 'no's Lindsay Tigar

Here’s a smack of cold, hard truth to the face for you: If you wake up every single day, cringing at the thought of going to work … something has to give. And while we would all love to live in the lap of luxury without worrying about a paycheck, the vast majority of the … Read More

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6 things recruiters will be looking for in 2018 Rachel Weingarten

In the sometimes dog-eat-dog world of job hunting, you have to create a version of yourself that both highlights your skills and jumps off the screen of recruiters. These are some of the skills recruiters will be actively seeking in potential candidates. Read More

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18 words and phrases smart people never include on their resumes Jane Burnett

While it can be tempting to load a bunch of jargon and glowing language on your resume, there are certain terms and phrases that you should avoid. Read More

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Here's how to be less anxious while waiting to hear back after a job interview Monica Torres

Waiting to hear back after a job interview can be an excruciating exercise in anxiety. To be less anxious about the wait, change your outlook. Read More

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Study: These kind of job descriptions are more likely to turn away female candidates Monica Torres

How you frame a role’s requirements can alienate and deter qualified candidates from applying. Is your job description turning away female candidates before they even apply? … Read More

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Here's how to get more out of networking events Jane Burnett

Buy tickets to a networking event. Get there, buckled up for a cookie-cutter experience of going from one panel to the next. Only talk to other attendees during breaks and cocktail receptions, then rush to the next session. Here are some strategies could help you stand out a networking events for all the right reasons. Read More

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7 things you should never ask your boss

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