Here’s How You Can Explain Gaps on Your Resume

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Taking time away from work is common, for both personal and professional reasons, so it isn’t necessarily an automatic red flag to hiring managers if you have gaps on your resume. However, you do need to be ready to address it so you can alleviate any potential concerns and show that you’re qualified for the… Read more »

A Step-by-Step Guide to Turn Your Temp Job Into a Permanent Job

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Many employers turn to temporary employees for their short term staffing needs. However, if your goal is to land a long term job, taking on a temp job can be an opportunity for you to get your foot in the door – if you do what it takes to make a positive lasting impression. Turn… Read more »

How to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe & Healthy as You Go Back to Work

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As coronavirus pandemic restrictions have been reduced, many people are headed back to work and understandably, may be concerned about their health and safety – especially if they live with someone who is more vulnerable to the virus. Help keep your loved ones safe and healthy as you go back to work with these tips:  … Read more »

Apps To Help Improve Your Problem Solving Skills

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Smartphone apps are often a go-to for fun escapism; however, if you pick apps strategically, they can go beyond being a distraction and also help with your overall productivity. Brain training apps have become increasingly more sophisticated and science-based and may help sharpen your cognitive functioning, including problem-solving (a crucial professional skill). Check out these… Read more »

10 Tips to Stay Productive While Working from Home

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Whether you’re new to working remotely, or it was previously a sporadic occurrence, if you’ve quickly transitioned to working from home full time, you may experience some challenges as you figure out the best way to structure your workdays to be most effective. Check out these 10 tips to stay productive while working from home:  1. Set… Read more »

How to Stay Safe Back at Work During the COVID-19 Era

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Even if you’re looking forward to getting back to work due to financial or personal reasons, you may be a bit wary about the potential for contracting the COVID-19 virus. The most effective way to protect yourself is by empowering yourself with information and being intentional with your actions. Learn more about how to stay… Read more »

How To Answer The Phone When A Recruiter Calls

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Recruiters often opt for having the first point of contact with candidates be a phone screening, as a way to save time as they evaluate baseline qualifications before proceeding to formal in-person interviews. However, if you land a phone interview, you should still put forth the same level of preparation as a face-to-face meeting. Answer… Read more »

Maneuvering Your Job Search Through COVID-19 

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Right now times are very uncertain, very stressful and even a bit frightening. The COVID-19 outbreak has not only caused a health crisis but an economic crisis, as well. In a matter of days, millions of people found themselves suddenly out of work. Millions more are weeks or even days away from losing their jobs, and millions more still are… Read more »

How to Ask For and Get More Responsibility at Work 

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When you’ve reached the point at your job where you’ve gained enough experience that you’re no longer being challenged, it’s a sign that you could be ready to take the next step in your career. However, in order to be qualified to move up professionally, you need to gain more higher-level experience. Ask for and… Read more »