Category: Job seekers

When and how to disclose your disability to an employer

For workers who have a disability, it can be difficult to determine if, when, and how to disclose their disability to their employer. For those with hidden disabilities, the question can be even trickier.

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5 ways professional associations can help you boost your career

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Looking for a way to develop professional relationships and build your network?

Consider joining or becoming more active in a professional association.

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Bounce back from getting fired

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Although getting fired from a job may feel like a disaster at the time, it can ultimately improve your focus, confidence, and overall career resilience.

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Finding a way through career barriers

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For any job seeker who faces obstacles and frustration on their way to landing a good job, it’s worth knowing that you’re far from alone.

Find information, resources, and in-person help to overcome job search barriers.

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Job search checklist

Planning a job search? 

Improve your chance of success with this checklist to plan your own personalized job search.

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Free online learning for work or pleasure

Take advantage of free online resources to develop your job-related skills, explore a personal interest, or exercise your learning muscles just for fun.

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The strongest job markets for Teachers

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Have a brand new shiny teaching credential, and looking for a place to put it to work?

If you are a recently— or about-to-be—graduated teacher, there are excellent resources to help you identify strong potential job markets.

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It’s the week to celebrate local libraries

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This week is a great week to celebrate the libraries in your community.

It’s National Library Week from April 7 to 13. 

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Job application encounter: The ATS

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If you’ve applied for a job in recent years, especially at a large company, your application has undoubtedly encountered an Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Will your resume successfully make its way past an ATS?

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Conquer the emotional downfalls of a job search

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A job search can feel like an emotional roller coaster.

Read up on some of the most common emotional downfalls that may occur in a job search and how to avoid them or work your way through them.

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