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How to Overcome Job-hopping In Your Resume

Whether you’re a young professional still thinking about your career goals or an experienced professional transitioning into another industry, you may have switched jobs a bit before getting to where you are now. Job hopping is increasingly common in the workforce. However, it’s still seen by employers as a red …

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How to Answer ‘Sell Me This Pen!’ in a Job Interview

If you’re interviewing for a sales position, you probably already know that the hiring manager may give you a pen to sell them. That’s why you are here looking for answers. It’s nerve-wracking to have to pitch yourself to a potential employer at the first meeting. If you want a …

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8 Places To Find Free Resume Templates for Your Job Search

Do you need a resume to apply for a new job but need help figuring out where to start? Keep reading – this post has everything you need to know, including where to find free resume templates. Writing a resume is one of the most frustrating aspects of searching for …

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Here Are the 8 Best People To Pick as a Job Reference

Sometimes, a good reference can make all the difference. While not all employers will ask for references, some will, and smart job seekers will be ready to provide those references if required. The better your references, the better your chances of getting the position. And yes, who you pick as …

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Are You a Great Match for This Role? How to Answer This Interview Question

As a career consultant, I have helped hundreds of clients craft responses to questions and helped them get offers from the world’s largest, most demanding companies. There’s a simple process anyone can go through to answer this common interview question. So you, too, can learn the secret of how to …

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Should You Do Free Work For A Job Interview? 8 Career Experts Weigh In

When you are interviewing for a job, you expect to sit down with an interviewer and provide answers to their questions. But in today’s corporate world, your interviewer may make a much different request. Rather than simply rely on the answers you give, the company that is considering hiring you may …

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Asking Santa to Put a New Job Under the Tree? Here’s Help

Yes, the holidays can be hectic, but that doesn’t mean your job search has to grind to a halt. This time of year can be ideal for getting what you really want this Christmas—a new job. Don’t let the holidays be an excuse to slack off. Use them to your …

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36 Tips To Prepare for a Job Interview (And Beat the Competition)

To make the best interview impression possible, you need to be well-informed about the company and its products, know how to tackle tricky interview questions, and come across as confident and qualified. The following 36 job interview preparation tips will help you make a great impression and ace your next …

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