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August 18, 2022 Julie Shenkman

Easy Cover Letter Checklist

You know you need a cover letter, but you aren’t sure how to write a good one? We’ve got you covered! Follow this checklist and you’ll have an amazing cover letter in no time! Cover letters are important because they

July 28, 2022 Julie Shenkman

5 Steps to Take When You Can’t Decide on a Career

Don’t know what career is right for you? You’re not alone. For entry level employees, the world of work can seem like a scary place when you don’t know what career is right for you. Lots of people choose a

June 2, 2022 Julie Shenkman

Are You Settling for Less in Your Career Because You’re Scared?

“There is no passion to be found playing small–in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” – Nelson Mandela Although we call it “comfort zone”, when we’re stuck in it, we no

February 8, 2022 Andrea Fricks

How Far Back in Time Should Your Resume Go?

Ah, the good ol’ job hunt. If you’re making a career change soon and plan to dive into the world of applications and interviews, you’ll need to write or update your resume to include your latest and greatest accomplishments. This

December 28, 2021 Julie Shenkman

The Trickiest Interview Techniques You Should Learn

Are you feeling anxious about an upcoming job interview? Don’t be. While it can be nerve-wracking to think about it, you can leverage your success with preparation and practice. Remember that your ultimate goal is to convince the hiring manager

November 16, 2021 Julie Shenkman

When Asked in the Interview “What Can You Bring to the Company?” Here’s What You Should Say

“What can you bring to the company?” Questions like these can make us feel like a deer in headlights if we’re not prepared. This is one of the most common interview questions, yet most people have trouble answering it. The

September 21, 2021 Julie Shenkman

Three Reasons Why People Quit Their Jobs

I’m sure we’ve all had that job where we knew we weren’t going to stay for more than a year. Some of you reading this might even be thinking about your last job and how you couldn’t even stay for

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August 10, 2021 Julie Shenkman

How to Talk Salary in the Job Interview

During any hiring process you’re going to be asked what your desired salary is. It may come as early as when you are applying or perhaps as late as a few interviews into the process. But either way, if you

May 13, 2021 Julie Shenkman

Is Now the Right Time to Change Jobs?

With the COVID 19 pandemic waning but not yet over, it’s an extremely unique time in the American professional world. Many people have been forced to make career changes and others are reassessing their paths and checking whether or not

February 9, 2021 Julie Shenkman

Love the Job You’re With

“And if you can’t be with the one you love honey, love the one you’re with.” Stephen Stills wrote these lyrics for his self-titled album in 1970. What does this have to do with your job search? Everything! Finding a

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