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Need a job now? Find seasonal work

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Need to earn some money or gain some work experience? A seasonal job can be easier to land than a permanent one, and offer the opportunity to grow your career or fill in an employment gap. Learn about seasonal jobs

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5 soft skills employers hire for

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Which skills will give you a competitive edge in the job market? Are there specific skills you should emphasize on your resume or in job interviews? What skills should you focus on developing to build your career? To answer these

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Learn about cybersecurity certifications

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month—a great time to think about a career in cybersecurity. Demand is high for professionals who can help businesses, government, and other organizations keep their computer infrastructure, networks, and software secure, as well as protect

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Earn career credentials quickly

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Are you a working adult who wants to advance in your career? If part of what’s holding you back is a lack of current credentials, good news! There is a multitude of short-term training and credentials available that can help

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Exploring careers? Take a look at career clusters

If you’re just getting started thinking about what kind of career would be best for you, looking at career clusters is a great place to begin. Career clusters are groups of related types of work. They give you an easy

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Careers for well-organized detail people

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Do you naturally like to create order and organize things? Do you tend to notice details and find patterns? Or are you a “numbers person”?   The “Conventional” interest category These are characteristics of the “Conventional” interest; that’s one of

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Job interview tips for older workers

A job interview is your time to shine during the job application process. To many employers, your social skills and your attitude is just as important as your job skills. Here are some tips to help you demonstrate the asset

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Launching or managing a small business? Check out your local SBDC

Small Business Development Centers offer free business advising, mentoring, and training classes to help business owners improve management skills and business profitability. SBDC services are available to all small business owners, with specialized programs for minorities, women, veterans, and others.

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Target your job search like a pro

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Looking for a way to bypass the competition for job openings? Targeting a list of companies you’d like to work for is a proven effective job search strategy that puts you in the driver’s seat. CareerOneStop’s Business Finder is a

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5 stereotypes of older workers—and how you can combat the bias and get hired

Do you think you may suffer from age discrimination in the job market? Hiring bias against any worker age 40 and older is illegal, but some job seekers still experience it. Be aware of these potential stereotypes so that you