The winter holiday season can be a busy—and stressful!—time of year for everybody. That can tempt many job seekers to put a hold on their search until the new year. But the fact is, late December is a great time…
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Thanksgiving networking
Thanksgiving is a great time to reconnect with people you don’t see often and have a chance to catch up.
If you’re looking for work, it’s also a great time to network.
5 tips to help your resume make it through resume-reading software
When you send out a resume today, you can be nearly certain that it will wind up going through automated applicant tracking system (ATS) software. Many, and probably most, employers use these time and labor-saving programs to review job applications…
Employment background checks: what you need to know
Background and other employment checks are a common piece of the job search process. Many employers check into your background before making a job offer. Most often, this includes your past employment, your credit or financial history, or your criminal…
Young adult and out of work? Get help finding a job.
It can be hard to find a job when you’re young—especially if you don’t have a degree or a lot of work experience. And this summer, with the unemployment rate soaring across the country, it can seem nearly impossible. And…
Bounce back from getting fired
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
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.
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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The strongest job markets for Teachers
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.
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.