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Do You Really Need a Cover Letter? Really??

Even if a cover letter isn’t a mandatory part of a job application, new research shows why including one is a smart move - but only if you want to land an interview, that is!

You Can Do This: The Best Ways to Learn New Job Skills

Thanks to the pandemic and “digital transformation,” 58% of today’s workforce needs new skills to get their jobs done. Hoooooo, doggie. Don’t panic; prepare! Here’s how to learn the skills you need (and ultimately, find a great job)!

Hot in 2023 - The Best Jobs, Skills and Industries

Find out where the greatest demand for talent is – and the skills you need to land your next great opportunity!

What Is Polywork - and Is It Right for You?

Whether it’s out of desire or necessity, many people are choosing the flexibility, freedom, and variety of polywork.

Telling Tales: Using Storytelling to Land the Job You Want

Use these storytelling principles to get noticed, make yourself a more memorable candidate, and get hired!

Ace Your Performance Review: 2022 Style

The modern performance review has changed. Here's the best way to survive this annual ritual!

Must-Do Job Hunting Homework!

In this issue:
-Must-Do Job Hunting Homework
-Can You Get Ahead Without Playing Dirty?
-Pssst: Your Inner Voice is Talking to You

Break the Cycle! Turn Career Sabotage Into Career SUCCESS

We’ve learned that many of us are holding ourselves back without even knowing it. So, how can you tell if you’re self-sabotaging? Here are some signs that you might be your own worst enemy!

Choices, Choices: A Guide to Making Great Decisions for Your Work Life

New Deliverable

Who would you choose as a job reference?

Providing great references can make or break your chances of getting a job offer. Find out whom you should choose – and how to stack the deck in your favor.

WOW Your Interviewer With These Tips!

An interviewer gauges your confidence, capability, professionalism and more based on nonverbal communication. Use these tips to make a great impression -- and get that job.

5 Tips for Taking Charge of Your Career

The working world has changed -- and so should your strategies for career growth. To remain prepared for what comes next, you must be the boss of your professional development.

Swiffer Your Job Search: How to Spring Clean Your Social Profiles

The job market may be hot, but 79% of employers have still rejected a candidate because of something they found on social media. Here's how to spruce up your online presence -- and get the job you really want.

These tips can improve your job (and job search!)

What's the "right" amount of eye contact in a job interview? What's "shared attention"? And when should you look at your webcam during a video interview? Here's how to make a great impression by getting eye contact right in your next interview.

Modern Job Search Tactics That Work!

Monster, Indeed, and CareerBuilder have plenty of jobs, but they’re not the only source. Use these techniques to uncover amazing work opportunities without the big job boards.

Ready to get back into networking?

In-person skills a little rusty? You're not alone. While getting back to the office can feel liberating, it can also feel a little intimidating.

We made this to boost your career success!

The 5 Pillars of Career Success

You will probably need to answer these questions...

Find the answers to the NEW most common interview questions!

You have a lot to brag about!

Here's how to project confidence (not cockiness) in an interview - and WOW your interviewer!

Get Noticed. Get the Interview. Get Hired!

Here's how to retool your resume, so it stands out. We'll also show you how to position yourself as an ideal candidate. With these tips, you'll land more interviews and eventually receive more offers.

We thought these interview tips might help!

Who's Asking? Adjusting Your Interview Approach.

Beat Your Job Search Blues!

Has an unproductive job search battered your confidence and motivation? Don't take it lying down!

There Are New Rules to Know...

In this issue:

The New Rules of Workplace Success: A Digital Etiquette Guide

Did you make the cut?

In this issue:

Make the Cut: Mastering the Phone Screen

Career Allies: People Who Can Help You Get Ahead

How to Declutter Your Mind

This just might land you the job!

Whether you are an entry-level candidate or a seasoned professional, interviewing remotely or in-person, we will show you how to shine -- and land a great new job in the New Year.

Get ready to ace your next interview!

Whether you are an entry-level candidate or a seasoned professional, interviewing remotely or in-person, we will show you how to shine -- and land a great new job in the New Year.

Countdown to a great job!

In this issue:

-Countdown to a great job in 2021
-10 Things Your Boss Isn't Telling You...
-Resolution: Lose your lazy

Adapt your resume for a remote world

In this issue: -Highlighting Virtual Work Skills on Your Resume -Doing Hard Things – Even When You're Not Feeling It -6 Ideas for Virtual Holiday Celebrations

Are you ready to take the next step?

In this issue: -Back on Track: Reignite Your Career Growth

How to ace your next video interview

In this issue: -How to ace your next video interview -The Feels: How to Manage Your Emotions at Work -Managing Your Money: Pandemic Personal Finance Tips

Do you have these skills?

In this issue: -Transferable Skills: Your Key to Finding a Great New Job -Making Space and Time for Career Growth -The Staycation: Do It Right!

Get hired in the post-pandemic world

In this issue: -Your Guide to Getting Hired in the Post-Pandemic Workplace

Laid Off? Get Your Groove Back

In this issue: -Laid Off? Get Your Groove Back -The Productivity Zone: Get Into It -The Sunny Side of the Street: Four Ways to Rewire Your Brain for Positivity

Get a job--get ahead!

In this issue: -I Need a Job Today! -Happiness Hacks: Bring More Joy to Your Job – and Get Ahead -Want to Build a Comfortable Retirement?

Time to start making moves!

In this issue: -All the Right (Career) Moves -Warding off Energy Vampires at Work -Be Kind to Yourself – and Still Get Stuff Done

The 5 people you need to know!

In this issue: -Career VIPs: The 5 People Who Can Fast Track Your Career Growth

Is your resume costing you jobs?

In this issue: -Do This, Not That: Skills, Buzzwords and Your 2020 Resume -You're Capable of More Than You Know -Who Needs Sleep?

Do you feel phony?

In this issue:

-Get Past Hiring Gatekeepers

-Is Feeling Fake Causing Your Career to Flounder?

-Unlock the Power of Positive Intent

Master the Modern Job Search

In this issue: -Master the Modern Social Job Search -The Sky's the Limit! Steps for Landing That Promotion -Less "Presents", More "Presence"

On the Job Hunt?

In this issue: -On the Job Hunt? Try Temptation Bundling -Giving Thanks Can Boost Your Career -Makeover Your Morning Commute

Live Your Best Life

In this issue: -Live Your Best Life – as a Temporary Employee

Find your ideal job!

In this issue: -What's the Best Way to Find Your Ideal Job? -How to Take Control of Your Career Destiny -Cheap, Easy and Work-Appropriate: 16 Halloween Costume Ideas

Are things out of control?

In this issue: -Highest-Paying Entry-Level Jobs -The Laws of Attraction...Work Edition -When Things Seem Out of Control, Do This

Are you indispensable?

Whether you're aiming for a promotion, a raise or just want to increase your job security, here's how to become your team's go-to employee.

No Experience? No Problem.

In this issue: -No Experience? No Problem. -10 Career-Building Questions to Ask Your Boss -Can a Vacation Be Fun AND Cheap?

Please don't do this!

In this issue: -The Facepalm-Free Interview -Getting Ahead Starts IN Your Head -Conquering "Time Scarcity"

Is your resume obsolete?

In this issue: -Have Social Networks Killed the Resume? -Career Growth Tips for the Workplace Wallflower -IRS Refund Burning a Hole in Your Pocket?

Start planning now!

Don't want to be a remote worker on Mars? Here's what you need to know to stay employable, earn what you're worth, and build a rewarding, future-proof career on planet Earth.

Who do you know?

In this issue: -It's Who You Know: Network Like a Pro -To Accelerate Your Career Growth, Ask for THIS -Developing Self-Awareness

Want to Be Taken Seriously?

Tattoos and piercings: Seems like everyone has them these days, but could they knock you out of contention for the job you want? Find the advice you need here. Also. you take your career seriously. So naturally, you want your managers, peers and clients to perceive you as professional and worthy of their esteem, right? Make sure you're not engaging in these self-sabotaging behaviors.

Let's Talk Money

Feel like job fairs are a waste of time -- or just hate talking to strangers? Here's how to ace your next job fair and land your dream job!

Create a career roadmap for success

Feeling stalled on the side of the career highway while others zoom past you flaunting raises, promotions and amazing new jobs? Here's how to plot a clear course for your career -- and get on the fast track to success.

Is your resume out of date?

They're outdated. Cliché. And a general waste of space. If you really want to get hired, remove these things from your resume ASAP.

Choose wisely!

The rhyme is fine for choosing team members on the playground - but definitely not a smart approach for managing multiple job offers. Here's how to handle the situation professionally - and make the best choice for your career.

Do this now!

I'll work out...tomorrow. I'll start reading that career growth book...right after I check Instagram. Sound familiar? If you're prone to procrastination, here are four actions you can take to get the ball rolling on any endeavor.

Do you have the right soft skills to get hired?

They may be called "soft," but make no mistake: Regardless of your industry or job function, soft skills are critical to getting hired -- and succeeding on the job. Which do you need for your career, and how can you develop them? Get the lowdown here.

Are you screaming "Don't hire me!"?

You wouldn't actually scream this at an employer, but could the things you do and say during your job search be sending this message? If you want to get hired, avoid these common faux pas.

Land an Interview Today!

The problem could be your resume. Job-search expert Martin Yate shares practical tips for creating a job-targeted resume that gets you on a recruiter's radar. And gets you the interview.

You said that?

They're generic. Confusing. Utterly meaningless. And you should never, ever use them when describing yourself to a potential employer.

Are you being your best?

No matter what you’re trying to achieve in your career -- landing a promotion, finding a better opportunity, earning more money -- success starts with doing an amazing job in your current position. Here’s how to be a dream employee (temp or direct!) -- and get ahead.

Get the salary you want!

Sure, you could just blurt out your 2017 earnings or exclaim: "It's none of your business!" But if you really want the job -- and to get paid what you're worth -- here's how to field interview questions about salary.

Are you on the market?

Made a resolution to get a job (or a better one) this year? Here are 12 ways you can build your skills, grow your network and land an amazing opportunity this year. Best of all? They don't cost a dime.

Could Bad Credit Cost You the Job?

Being out of work can take a toll on your finances. Will that employer pull the offer when they see you've missed a few payments -- or are you worrying over nothing? Also, we share five signs your employer truly values you -- and five signs they don't.

"Let's get started!"

Your new job is filled with possibilities, challenges and growth potential. And during your early days, all eyes are on you. Here's how to shine -- and get ahead, faster.

Please don't wear this

Details, details. They matter on the job -- and when you're interviewing for one, too! Avoid these outfit mistakes and appearance oversights so you're polished, confident and ready to nail your job interview.

How to get more job offers

Candidates who do these things always land the offer. Who the heck are they, and more importantly, how can you become one?

You made a great impression, Reader

Let the other guys wring their hands and trip over their words. With these surefire tips, you'll make an amazing first impression on your interviewer!

Find your dream job

Career Bliss: Stability. Potential. Happiness. Great Pay. Is that too much to ask for in a career? We don’t think so! These are the industries and positions to seek out if you really do want it all.

Have you googled yourself today?

Egosurfing (or self-googling) may sound a bit vain, but it's a must for today's job seekers. This quick article explains why and how to manage your online reputation.

Job Search Tactics Stuck in the Stone Age?

Today's social media provide amazing ways to uncover job opportunities, build your network and get noticed by hiring managers--but only if you use them correctly! Bring your job search efforts into the 21st century (please!) with these tips.

The A to Z Resume Resource

What's the best resume format? How can I make my resume stand out from the crowd? What about video and infographic resumes? This eBook covers everything you need to know to prepare an exceptional resume that puts you on a recruiter's short list. New Deliverable

How to Overcome Shyness at Work

Whether you've been on the job for years, or are just starting in a new position, shyness can severely undermine your professional success. Use these ideas to come out of your shell, achieve more and even use your natural personality to your advantage!

You're an imposter!

Do you ever feel like a "wannabe" in your job? You're not alone! Countless successful, highly competent employees feel like they've fooled others into thinking they're smarter and more capable than they are. The phenomenon is so common, it even has a name: The Imposter Complex. Find out what it is--and what you can do about it.

Your "Hired!"

In this issue:

-"Must-have" job skills for 2013

-Interviewing Tip of the Month

-Candidate Resource Center

Become a Job Offer Magnet

This month's issue of Career Club shows you why--and how--to get started with a career-building blog.

Does Your Resume Still Matter?

Having a solid resume is still the best way to get in the door with an employer, especially if they are traditional. But that doesn't mean your resume has to be standard and boring! Find out the new rules here.

No Apples Required!

This month's issue of Career Club shows you how taking advantage of the back-to-school mentality can rev you up for the last quarter of the work year. Start something new, finish something up, find a new perspective...anything is possible!

How's Your Day Going?

Who makes better employees? Pessimists or optimists? The answer may surprise you.

How to Say No

Saying "no" at work is easier said than doneâ€”especially when you want to prove yourself to your boss and co-workers. But in reality, it's ok to say "no" once in a while.

Get Your Resume to Work for You

In this job market you want to make sure that your resume gets to the top of the pile. The secret to success lies in two areas: your cover letter and the keywords you use. This article will show you a few tricks that will get your resume noticed by hiring managers.

When Opportunity Calls, Be Ready!

With hundreds of applicants for every opening, recruiters and hiring managers use phone interviews to save themselves time in the hiring process. To get an in-person interview, you have to start by acing the phone screen. Here are four tips to get you through this first round.

What NOT To Do At a Job Interview

You know all of those articles out there that tell you what to do in a job interview? Apparently there needs to be more about what NOT to do. Taking off your shoes? Making obscene gestures? Getting arrested? Yes, really! You're not going to believe some of these stories--but we thought you'd enjoy reading them.

Extreme Makeover: Reader Edition

Top performers reinvent themselves all the time--to take on new types of projects, keep themselves relevant and enhance their public perception. Take cues from Madonna, Justin Timberlake and George Clooney, and learn how to reshape your professional image when it's time to make a change.

The Most Important Thing NOT To Do Is--

This article will show you what to do and, more importantly, what not to do when looking for a job.

Time for a new job? Maybe not.

Work should be more than a paycheck. If you're not enjoying what you do--or getting the recognition you deserve, it's time to do something about it. This article will help you figure out what's wrong, and it will show you what you can do about it.

How Google+ Can Add Punch to Your Social Media Presence

In this month's Career Club, we'll tell you how to get the most out of your Google+ profile. Learn how to strengthen your circles and connect with both recruiters and companies.

Time to take a breather!

Banish unnecessary workplace stress and feel better about your day with these five helpful tips.

Underqualified? Think Again!

If you've been reluctant to apply for jobs because you thought you might be underqualified, check out this month's career tips.

Shut up and listen???

Are you guilty of any of the "Seven Worst Communication Habits?"
These mistakes can be real career killers. They can knock you out of contention for job opportunities, keep you from getting promotions, and even get you fired.
So what are these deadly mistakes?

Career Club: Give Your Career a Check Up

When was the last time you performed a career checkup? People who take the time to do a periodic assessment of their careers will find they advance faster, earn more money, and stay ahead of their peers. This month's issue of Career Tips will help you perform your own career examination. Click the link below to find out the questions you need to ask yourself to assess the physical condition of your career.

Career Club: Quick Resume Tips

It's always important to keep your resume up to date, whether you are actively looking for a job or are happy with your current job.

Career Club: Stay Motivated This Summer

Summer is on its way. Vacations, cookouts, the beach, parties. It can be very tough to stay motivated during the summer months when you're looking out your window at the brilliant sun. That's why we wanted to share a great article that will not only keep you motivated through the summer, but also for the long term.

Career Club: Get the Most Out of Your Time

Want more free time? More success in your career? It all starts with prioritization, and this month's issue of the Career Club will show you how to get the most out of your time.

Your cover letter

Are you looking to land a better job in 2011? If so, DO NOT miss this month's article on cover letters. You might think that in this day of electronic resumes, your cover letter is not that important, but think again! See for yourself how a well written letter can be the most important factor in determining if you get an interview.

Take charge of the interview

You prepared for the interview, you wore your best business attire, and you handled every question beautifully. Then comes that one question that can make or break your interview--so you better be prepared for it! What is one of the most important interview questions you are sure to be asked? Find out in this issue of Career Club!

Four Reasons to Update Your Resume

If you're like most people, you wait until you have to apply for a job to update your resume. But waiting can mean missing out on great opportunities. It's best to take a cue from the boy scouts and always "be prepared." This month's issue of the Career Club will share four reasons to update your resume today!

Conversations that make or break your career

Can you talk your way into a new job? A promotion? You bet! Knowing the right way to ask questions, handle difficult conversations and provide feedback can make a huge impact on your career. So what's the secret to success? Check out this month's issue of The Career Club to find out.

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