Starting a new job can feel overwhelming, but the first few months are your chance to make a lasting impression. The right approach during your early days can set you up for long-term success and help you stand out as a…
Mental blocks hit millions of people every day, forming invisible walls that stop them from getting things done. These obstacles can show up as fear, doubt, overwhelm, or perfectionism, making even simple tasks feel impossible to start or finish. Understanding…
Adding social media to your resume can either help you stand out—or sink your chances. Here’s how to know what belongs, what doesn’t, and how to make it work for you.
Let’s be real — hiring managers don’t read resumes word-for-word. They skim, scan, and make snap judgments. If your resume is hard to follow, they might miss your most impressive achievements. The fix? Make it ridiculously easy to read. In…
Lots of people dream big without really checking if those dreams are actually doable. Honestly, the difference between making it and falling short often comes down to how we set our targets and whether they match our skills and resources…
Mindset. We hear about it all the time. There’s an entire self-help industry built around it. It’s what holds most of us back, and pushes some of us forward. But rarely do we think about mindset when it comes to…
Your resume isn’t just a list of jobs — it’s your personal billboard. And in a world where hiring managers skim applications faster than TikTok reels, creativity can be your secret weapon. Whether you’re a student trying to land your…
As a skill, communication is a hard one to crack. It appears in almost all job ads under qualifications or skills, usually stating “Applicants must have effective communication skills” or some variation of that. It’s a widely desired soft skill…
Hey, dear job seekers! Are you ready to dive into a topic that could make or break your job-hunting game? We’re talking about the not-so-fantastic world of generic resumes. You know, those one-size-fits-all resumes that might seem like a time-saver,…
Every part of your resume is important. Except the section about your “Hobbies”. Employers don’t care that you enjoy knitting on weeknights or playing Xtreme Frisbee on weekends. Remove it! But the rest of it is usually necessary, with some…
In-person job fairs have been around for a long time. They are a popular way for job seekers to meet with potential employers face-to-face. But with all the online options for job searching and networking that exist, is it worth…
Headlines and intros. We see, hear and read them everyday. On the news, on the web, in our emails, out and about on billboards and signs. They’re everywhere. Headlines and intros (or slogans) are so prevalent we’ve become desensitized to…
The journey to find the right career path can be exciting, intimidating, overwhelming, confusing, or all of the above. It’s not always easy. If you don’t know what you want to do or specialize in, it’s even more difficult. The…
Job interviews can be a nerve-wracking experience for many people. The pressure of presenting yourself well to a potential employer can be overwhelming, but with the right preparation and mindset, you can ace the interview and land your dream job.…
Simply listing your previous job responsibilities or tasks won’t grab you any attention or applause. It’s easy to tell people what you did. It can be harder to tell people what you accomplished for your employer as a result of…
