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How to Dig Out of a Career Rut

Getting “stuck” in a career rut is a problem many working people face at some point in their lives. Regardless of how you got into that career path in the first place, such as going to college for your degree or starting at the bottom and working your way up,

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How Do I Prepare for a Phone Screening?

A phone screening is a common method of vetting applicants to determine who should be called in for a face-to-face interview. While it seems like an easy process, it can be more intimidating for some candidates than a regular interview. While just a few basic questions may be asked of

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5 Soft Skills to Boost Your Career and Get a Better Job

As a career professional, you’ve no doubt worked hard to earn the experience and education you have in your industry. This is something to be proud of. Yet, there are a whole gamut of other skills that you’ve likely developed over the years that can help propel you to even

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How to Answer Questions About Your Job Changes

At some point in the application and interviewing process, you may be asked about the reasons why you’ve changed jobs in the past. Whether you’ve experienced job changes due to personal reasons or those that were out of your control, this work history has a tendency to follow you for

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5 Tips for Career Fair Networking Success

A job fair can be a great opportunity for any job seeker to get in front of a large audience of hiring companies in one location. However, it can also be a bit overwhelming as you walk in and see all the smiling faces of recruiters eager to talk to

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3 Ways to Make Your Resume Stand out to a Recruiter

As a job seeker, you’ve probably spent a lot of time reviewing and making improvements to your resume in the hopes of getting noticed by recruiters. This is, after all, the goal of a serious job search. A well-written resume can make the difference between getting called in for an

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