Don’t Go Into an Interview Without Doing These Key Steps

You might be the perfect candidate, with a perfect resume, and exactly what a company is looking for. But, if you don’t know how to interview well, or conduct yourself in a professional manner don’t expect to land a job.

By Maximilian Vanegas - WayUp
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Seven Tips for Securing a Meaningful Internship

Finding an internship as you finish high school or college programs is a rite of passage in many ways. Many people speak of the benefits of internships, and many students want to find an internship because they know it is …

By Josiah Kennedy - VidCruiter
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Interview Anxiety | 3 Tips to Calm Your Pre-Interview Nerves

You’re on your way to a job interview! You must be so excited, right?

Then why do you feel like throwing up, why is your shirt soaking wet, and what is that ringing in your ears? It’s your friendly sympathetic …

By Jennifer Abcug - Idealist Careers
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8 Job Search Mistakes to Avoid (And What to Do Instead)

There are tons of good (and not-so-good) advice out there that can guide you through the job search, but none of them can guarantee you’ll get a new role. For every cover letter template and resume format guide you read, …

By Susan P. Joyce - Idealist Careers
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How to Spot a Scam During Your Job Search

If you’ve ever used a job search engine such as Indeed or Monster, you may have come across some strange or otherwise perplexing job postings. These can often be amusing due to unfortunate spelling errors or odd language syntax, but …

By Rob Porter - Firsthand
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4 Great Tips for an Effective Cover Letter

When you’re locked into a serious job search it’s incredibly important to stand out from the multitude of other applicants, as things can get pretty competitive and hiring managers won’t waste their time on dull and repetitive applications. One way …

By Rob Porter - Firsthand
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Updating Your Profile on LinkedIn: Skills You Should (and Shouldn’t) Add

Creating a LinkedIn profile can feel stressful enough — how much experience do you add? Do you write descriptions of what you did? Who do you connect with? Should you start making inspirational posts with emojis for emphasis? Yet LinkedIn can …

By Zoe Kaplan - Forage
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How Employers View Your LinkedIn Profile?

Wondering how your LinkedIn profile factors into hiring decisions?

In a 2020 survey, 67 percent of recruiters said they used the professional social media platform to recruit candidates. Another 67 percent noted they perused candidates’ LinkedIn profiles before extending hiring …

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How to Write an Entry-Level Cover Letter [Example]

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What Is the STAR Method and How to Use It During Interviews

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