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October 26, 2023 Julie Shenkman

Setbacks are the Steppingstones to Success

We’ve all experienced setbacks in our lives whether it be from missing a potential job opportunity, making a few mistakes on a work project, or forgetting to ask for skim milk instead of whole milk at Starbucks. Whatever setbacks you

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May 5, 2022 Julie Shenkman

Is It Ever Okay to Tweak Your Job Titles?

I think that we can all agree that Marketing Manager sounds better than Marketing Assistant. While they both have significant responsibility, a manager typically has more responsibility and is considered to have higher qualifications than an assistant. Have you ever

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March 15, 2019 Emily McKinney

How to Bounce Back After a Career Setback

Whether it’s bad feedback on a major piece of work, missing out on a promotion, or redundancy, career setbacks are the pits. If you need to mope for a while, then go forth and mope. Once you’ve spent your feelings,

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March 23, 2018 Emily McKinney

Turn to Texting to Find Your Next Job

Seems like everyone these days is glued to their phones. Some people are on Instagram, making fun of their frenemy’s new haircut while others are playing Candy Crush or whatever this week’s equivalent is. But with over a billion smartphones

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August 6, 2015 Jawanna Martinez

Dangers of Office Life

Every morning I like to tune into our local “Preston & Steve” morning show to catch some interesting topics of conversation. They keep me very entertained during my hour long commute. Last week, I just so happened to join right

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May 9, 2014 John Scott

6 Job Seeking Tips for the Recent College Graduate

Many college seniors are in the midst of final exams this week and may be thinking their hard work is coming to an end.  Unfortunately, with the celebration of graduation comes the reality that a job search has begun.  Transitioning

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April 25, 2014 John Scott

3 Resume Questions We Hear All the Time

This week’s resume writing blog post will take on a mailbag format with questions from real job seekers.  Below I have listed out three questions related to resume writing that I received this week with my advice below each one. 

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March 26, 2014 Joe Weinlick

Millennials Don’t Need Health Insurance; They’re Invisible!

So, the President didn’t say “Millennials are invisible” on Between Two Ferns. The word was “invincible,” and it explains why it’s an uphill battle to get large numbers of young adults to sign up for healthcare insurance. The recent Nexxt

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January 29, 2014 George Jacob

State of the Union Takeaway: Knowing What You Can Control

Many of us have faced conflict and lack of control. When thinking about the future, we imagine great things, with roads paved in gold leading to success. However, when we find the roads are rockier than we imagined—with potholes and

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December 31, 2013 Karen Weik

Single Mom Success Story

Sometimes “must do” comes before “can do.” When Misty Honnold’s husband of thirteen years left her in 1998, the mother of four found herself with the sole responsibility for supporting her family. Yet, it had been ten years since she

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The Confident Career is a blog from Nexxt, an employment solution, powering more than 50 niche career sites to make finding the perfect job easier, to celebrate and inspire confidence throughout the job search process and the journey of building a career. We feature advice, musings, and articles all centered on helping job seekers and professionals move forward with confidence.

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You just need to read about these tricky interview You just need to read about these tricky interview techniques. ⁠

If you're feeling anxious about upcoming job interviews, don't be! ⁠While it can be nerve-wracking to think about, you can leverage your success with preparation and practice. 

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It’s familiar—but it’s not the one. You dese It’s familiar—but it’s not the one. You deserve a job that’s all in.⁠
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You know the vibe… it’s not terrible, but it’s definitely not lighting you up anymore. ⁠
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You’re showing up, going through the motions, but deep down you know—you’re ready for more.⁠
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Whether it’s financial worries, fear of change, or just the comfort of routine, there are a lot of reasons we stay. But here’s the good news: change is possible, and it can lead to something so much better. ⁠
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There is a job out there that values your talent, supports your growth, and actually makes you excited for Mondays (yes, really).⁠
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Don’t settle for “fine.” You’re made for fulfilling, not just familiar. ⁠
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Just like The Masters, common interview questions Just like The Masters, common interview questions are a tradition unlike any other. 

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Your personal brand is an ongoing project that req Your personal brand is an ongoing project that requires attention and consistency. By avoiding these common mistakes, you can build a strong, authentic brand that attracts the right job opportunities. 

Take control of your professional narrative and make sure you’re putting your best foot forward—because employers are always watching. To read more about how to create an impactful personal brand, follow our 🔗 in bio.⁠
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First off, congratulations! Receiving a job offer First off, congratulations! Receiving a job offer should be celebrated! ⁠
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But it is now your responsibility to keep yourself informed on what this job offer entails. ⁠
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Here is what to research before accepting a job offer.⁠
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Starting with the salary💰. An obvious place to start. ⁠
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After you know what the salary is you'll be offered, you should do a quick search to understand the salary range that a person with your experience, typically receives for this role. There are great online resources for doing this. Start by doing a quick search for "Online Salary Calculators" to ensure you're being valued. ⁠
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You value professionalism and generosity, but some You value professionalism and generosity, but sometimes a networking request comes to you out of the blue and the request gives you pause. Your time and professional reputation are valuable. Thoughtful networking isn’t about saying yes to every request—it’s about fostering meaningful, mutually beneficial connections. So, what should you do, when you receive a networking request, you'd like to decline, but you don’t want to be rude? Follow our 🔗 in bio.⁠
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You scored an invite to a job interview, now what? You scored an invite to a job interview, now what? ⁠
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Well, it's time to do some prep, starting with research! 

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A cover letter is your opportunity to shine. This A cover letter is your opportunity to shine. This is the place where you can control the narrative on where you’ve been, where you are now and where you’d like to end up. There’s an art to being able to successfully sell yourself, and there are several ways in which to do so. You can use a focus on personal goals and how they relate to the company, tangible results derived from hard skills, or an intimate understanding of the industry.⁠
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It doesn’t matter how you choose to sell yourself, but you should know that if the recruiter or hiring manager asks for a cover letter, they want to see one. So if you're in the market to write a new cover letter, we've got you covered! 

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As we approach college graduation 🧑‍🎓 seas As we approach college graduation 🧑‍🎓 season where caps and gowns are dawned and soon to be college grads take their last exams in school, here are three tips for news grads searching for jobs. Starting with...⁠
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1️⃣ Leveraging Your Network⁠
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As a new grad, you are likely to have more connections than you realize. Your professors, classmates, internship supervisors, family, and friends can be valuable resources. You can reach out to them for advice, job opportunities, or even informational interviews. The conversations you have can provide insights into the industry you’re interested in and may open doors to job opportunities. ⁠
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You can also attend networking events, either online or in person, where you can meet professionals in your desired field. ⁠
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Building relationships 🤝 and connections with your network can be the key to uncovering hidden job prospects.⁠
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What does that mean? Transferable skills are typic What does that mean? Transferable skills are typically soft skills like communication, problem solving, leadership, and organizational skills that can be applicable to any job. So if you're in the market to change your career, think about how you can highlight your transferable skills on your resume. 

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