Industry & Job Overview2022-07-08
well as universities. The curriculum typically covers network management, programming, and software applications. For instance, classes will teach web development using PHP and MySQL, data analytics skills, Python introduction, and discrete mathematics. After finishing the associate degree, students can choose to either begin their career as a software engineer or continue their way and migrate into a bachelor’s degree. 📚 Further reading: How to List an Associate Degree on a Resume [+ Examples] 📍 Bachelor's Degrees in Software Engineering... Read more
Career Planning2021-05-25
or institution admission office. While it might seem difficult or frightening to make a letter of recommendation request, you can use our sample request for a letter of recommendation to craft a polite message and elevate yourself from the competition. How to ask for a letter of recommendation - 10 Tips 1. Who to ask for a letter of recommendation? Prepare a recommendation letter contact list with 5-10 references. Review your network carefully, and select those who know you best... Read more
Job Search Tips2021-04-16
right job for you If you pay for a premium subscription, you can have access to even more features such as seeing where you stand compared to other candidates. 2. Expand Your Professional Network The main purpose of LinkedIn is to build a professional network. Beside interacting with your existing connections, it also enables you to expand your network without looking like a fraud or a creep. First of all, different from most social platforms, LinkedIn shows you how far... Read more
Job Search Tips2020-08-19
Unemployment in India averaged 7.34% from 2018 to 2020. This 7.34% of the population means that 18.6 million people are in hunger. Let’s not forget there’s another 393 million work in poor-quality jobs prone to displacement. Aside from the government statistics, how does the public react towards this emerging social problem? According to the Pew Research Center, a significant majority of Indians consider the lack of employment opportunities as a "very big problem" in... Read more
Career Planning2024-04-04
choosing the right country, visa and legal considerations, cultural and language preparation, global job search, networking, and overcoming homesickness and culture shock. TABLE OF CONTENTS Choosing the Right Country for Your International Career Visa and Legal Requirements for Working Abroad How to Learn and Adapt to the Culture and Language of Your Host Country Finding and Applying for Jobs in the Global Market Connect and Network with Expatriates and Global Professionals How to Cope with Homesickness and Culture Shock When... Read more
People Operations2024-03-06
How to Use Employee Resource Groups to Implement DEI As diversity, equity and inclusion efforts have become more widespread, ways to foster a positive yet inclusive workplace have become more creative. Encouraging employees to embrace their diversity can start at the employee level – one way to do this is through employee resource groups. Employee resource groups are employee-led initiatives within a company, and provide resources based on diversity, equity and inclusion principles to all employees. Strong DEI principles are... Read more
Job Search Tips2024-03-06
LinkedIn account and attaching your LinkedIn to your resume is a great way for recruiters to access a more detailed version of your professional career, key accomplishments, as well as testimonials endorsing your hard and soft skills . Are you looking to add your LinkedIn to your resume and take your CV to the next level? This article will teach you how to properly optimize your LinkedIn profile so that attaching it to your resume elevates it above the competition! Table... Read more
Cover Letter2023-05-18
you apart from other applicants. You can also utilize cover letters for application, networking, prospecting, etc. Why is a Cover Letter Important? Although some people think a cover letter is unimportant, a well-written one can be a powerful tool to catch recruiters' eyes and spark their interest. In addition to your resume or CV, a cover letter allows the recipient (often your potential employer or hiring manager) to understand better who you are and how you can contribute to... Read more
Resume & CV2022-07-16
Created by CakeResume In this article, you’ll read about: What Are CV References? Should I Put References On My CV? How to Write References on a CV CV References Examples Tips for Listing References on a CV During a job hiring process, some recruiters require references to be included when handing in your CV. CV references serve as a way for recruiters to confirm with a third party if the information provided on the CV is real. That explains... Read more
Job Search Tips2022-08-26
Created by CakeResume In this article, we'll cover: Top 10 Job Search Sites Engineering Job Search Websites Tips for Using Job Search Sites Whether you’re using a job site, networking with others, handing in applications in person or are advertising your freelance services, finding a job is a mixture of effort, luck and timing. The most popular method for finding work is using job sites - with job seekers using an average of 7.6 job hunting sites during... Read more
Interview Skills2024-03-06
Created by CakeResume Imagine you’ve just updated your LinkedIn profile. A couple of months down the line you receive a message from a prospecting recruiter who is impressed by your experience and wants to meet up with you for a role. You feel like you’ve just struck a gold mine, as you’ve been finding a similar job for a while but haven’t seen any openings. When high-ranking or unique job positions aren’t posted publicly... Read more
Industry & Job Overview2022-09-27
Created by CakeResume In this article, we'll cover: What is a consultant? Consultant qualifications Consultant skills How to become a consultant Consultant FAQs Consultants are professionals who work with clients or companies to help strategize, plan and provide insight and analysis for improved business outcomes. Professional consultants are specialists in their field or industry, many of who are highly educated in niche areas in economics, science, technology and medicine. Consultants are valuable to businesses as they provide objective insight... Read more
People Operations2022-05-26
Created by CakeResume In this article, we'll cover: What Is an Informal Interview? How to Prepare for an Informal Interview Tips for Handling an Informal Interview Questions to Ask in an Informal Interview Informal interviews, or coffee chats, are increasingly common. Employers sometimes initiate informal interviews before they have the specifics of a position or when they are interested in a particular person. Even though it sounds less taxing than a formal interview, and the interviewer is likely much... Read more
Job Search Tips2024-03-06
Created by CakeResume Whether you are on it or not, you must have heard of LinkedIn. Nearly 800 million professionals worldwide connect with others on LinkedIn to grow professionally and personally. It is the largest networking site for people to share work-related information and their insight. And LinkedIn just keeps growing. A strong, active presence on LinkedIn will do your career good. Among many other things, you can meet important people in the industry, seek job opportunities, apply for... Read more
Career Planning2022-09-02
Created by CakeResume In this article, we'll cover: Why Should You Write Farewell Emails to Coworkers? Tips for Writing Goodbye Emails to Coworkers Sample Farewell Emails to Colleagues People leave jobs for all sorts of reasons. You may have found a new position or are resigning because of a bad fit at your current workplace. Perhaps your role was temporary, or your company has been experiencing layoffs. Maybe you’re taking time to focus on your health or family... Read more
Recruitment & HR2024-03-06
Created by CakeResume You think you’ve found the perfect job and then BAM! Office politics. And even if examples of office politics haven’t cropped up yet in your career, it’s still highly likely that somewhere down the line they will, as 68% of respondents from a report by Pepperdine University describe them as being common in their workplace. Office politics is such a common phenomenon in the workplace that there’s an entire show based around it... Read more
Career Planning2022-05-04
Created by CakeResume In this article, we'll walk you through: What is Job Shadowing? How to Job Shadow Tips for a Successful Job Shadowing Experience Job Shadow Request Sample Letter For young adults or career changers seeking to enter an industry, classrooms often don’t have much to offer. There are times when shadowing a professional can teach you more than a textbook can. A job shadow, or career shadowing, gives you a peek at “what it’s like... Read more
Career Development2024-03-06
While education, experience and expertise are required in order to have a successful career, well developed social skills are needed to ensure that you maintain a positive reputation with your company, bosses and clients. In fact, 47% of people are employed in a position where social skills are deemed to be the most important skill to have. Workplace social skills are not just about getting to know your colleagues, but are needed in other facets of work, such as when... Read more
Career Development2024-03-06
Created by CakeResume Whilst starting out in a professional field, many people think about their long-term career plans, aiming for high-level roles or high salaries . This career growth mindset can be motivating for many people who have big professional goals, but oftentimes, what can be done in the short-term to achieve this is overlooked. Whilst career growth is at the forefront of many workers’ aspirations, the short term skill building, networking and experience required to reach career... Read more
Resume & CV2022-01-25
Created by CakeResume In this article, you will learn about: What Skills to Write on a CV List of Good Skills to Put on a CV (for Different Roles) How to List Skills on a CV Where to Include Skills on a CV Tips for Including Skills in Your CV The skills section in a CV plays an important part in determining whether you’re qualified for the job opening. Based on all types of skills listed on your CV... Read more