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February 3, 2020 — 0

How to Write a Functional or Skills-Based Resume (With an Example)

How to Write a Functional or Skills-Based Resume

Whether you’re just entering the workforce or you’ve been working professionally for years, your resume is one of the most important documents for advancing your career. As the first introduction to your skills and personality, you want your resume to accurately reflect what you’re capable of.

Chances are, you’ve been told a resume should showcase your work history in a reverse chronological order. For someone who has followed a traditional path to advancing their career, this can be the best way to outline your accomplishments and relevant skills.

However, a reverse chronological resume isn’t right for everyone. Sometimes, a functional or skills-based resume just makes more sense. 

But what exactly is a skills-based or functional resume and when should it be used? Let’s break down when you may want to consider using this type of resume.  Read More

April 12, 2019 — 0

How to Showcase Your Education as Experience in Your Resume

No experience is a wasted experience. If you’re starting a new career or switching to one, you might think that you don’t have any relevant experience to include in your resume…well think again!

Even if you don’t have any professional experience in the new field you’re looking to enter, you can always frame your education to showcase your skills.

Many projects students work on during college or certificate programs resemble real-world problems. They can be used to show your potential employer how you could add value to their company.

Here are a few questions that can help you brainstorm: Read More

May 4, 2018 — 0

9 Best Questions to Ask at the End of the Interview

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Congratulations! You’ve landed an interview. You’re one step closer to getting your dream job. 

No doubt you’d start preparing for the interview questions that might be asked of you.

But the interview is also a chance for you to get to know more about the company and the role for which you’ve applied.

Asking questions about the company, the hiring manager, and the position also shows you’re serious about getting a feel for what working for the organization is like. It proves you’ve taken time to picture yourself in the position and that you’re serious about finding out whether it’s the right fit for you.

It leaves a strong impression on the interviewers and often can make a vital difference when it comes to the selection between two equally skilled applicants.

Let’s take a look at a few of the best questions you should ask at the end of the interview. Read More

March 8, 2018 — 0

How to Network Your Way to a New Job

How to Network Your Way to a New Job

One of the biggest struggles with getting a new job is getting noticed in the first place. If you’re only applying to jobs you find online, it could take you even longer to get an interview. Because there are dozens or even hundreds of applicants for each online posting, you have a lot of competition.

However, if you have a large network, finding a new job can be much easier. When you know someone on the inside, they can let you know of jobs before they open, or ensure your resume gets in front of the right person. With the right connections, you can find the job of your dreams much sooner.

Let’s take a look at a few different tips you should use to improve your professional relationships to get a new job. Read More

January 22, 2018 — 0

8 Best Career Assessment and Personality Tests to Help You Find the Right Job

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Starting in middle school, helping you figure out what you’re going to do for the rest of your life becomes one of the goals of your teachers. Sure, you’re only 13 years old. But, your job is something that’s hammered into your head from early on.

So, you go through high school, and maybe you take some specific courses about psychology or anatomy.

Then college rolls around. Or, maybe you prefer to skip college.

Whatever your choice, your career may not have turned out what you thought it would be. People change, and it’s OK to realize that what you wanted to do in college or during your early years may not be what you want to do for the rest of your life.

If you’re caught in this conundrum, ease up.

It’s possible to switch careers and find something that you’re truly passionate about! To help you out, there’s a host of personality and career-oriented tests you can take.

Even if you haven’t worked a job yet, you can still take these tests. You may be surprised by what you find! Read More

October 2, 2017 — 0

How to Write a Letter of Recommendation

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Employers sometimes ask for letters of recommendation from people who know the applicants. Recommendation letters can be requested as part of the initial application package or as the last step in vetting a job candidate.

Organizations that ask for letters of recommendation usually ask for two or three such letters, in order to get a better feel for the candidate and make sure they’re a good fit for the company. 

Gather Information to Write the Letter

If you’re approached by someone to write a letter of recommendation, the first step is to gather information about the position she is looking for.

Ask for a copy of the job posting. If she wants a more general letter of recommendation, ask for the type of job they are looking for.

You need to have the specific job posting or knowledge of the type of job the person is looking for because the most successful recommendation letters will make a clear link between the capabilities, skills and qualities the job-seeker has demonstrated previously and those required in the open position.

Good recommendation letters are not vague and general. They specifically pinpoint what the person has done well with an eye toward what they can continue to do well. Read More

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