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Why Every Professional Should Have A Personal Website

When it comes to finding a job or internship, it can be difficult to set yourself apart from the sea of resumes and cover letters, while still remaining professional. Having a personal website - which often features your bio, contact information and portfolio - is a great strategy to showcase your work and to help you stand out from other candidates. Still not convinced? Here are five reasons why you should create a personal website for your dream career! 1. It Makes... Read more

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12 Phrases That Don’t Belong On Your Resume

fast-paced in the internet age. 12. Problem solver Why it needs to go: Unless you’re applying for a job as Sherlock Holmes then describing yourself as a problem solver can sound pretentious. Instead of saying that you’re a problem solver, show a couple of examples of the problems you’ve solved. Conclusion Your resume is your single most important asset when it comes to finding a job, and so it’s vital that you make the most... Read more

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8 Ways to Get a Better Job Fast

to assess which job appeals to you the most. 4. Focus on the Company Instead of the Job Another way to approach the job market is to look for a company that you wish to work for. Getting the ideal job isn’t always finding an opportunity that fits your passion. Often it is a matter of finding an employer that provides the best culture for work and productivity. When you work for a company that encourages a productive work... Read more

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CakeResume Guide

resume, LinkedIn and personal site? Are you having a hard time finding a new job or you want to have the edge over the other applicants for the job that you badly want? If your answer for these questions is a big YES, then the very first and most important thing that you must do is to create a great first impression about you and that can be through your resume. It is a professional highlight reel which is presented... Read more

7 Effective Tips for a Successful Engineering Resume

of your job function, or what you did to serve on the project, as well as any quantifiable results of the project. Be Honest Your resume should be captivating, but it should never be deceptive or misleading. It is never a good idea to lie on your resume. Employers will have ways of finding out whether you are embellishing facts or even if they find out much later that you have been untruthful, the outcome will not be good Additionally... Read more

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How to Find Startups that Allow You to Work Remotely

time, executive or entry level. The best part of FlexJobs is they qualify all job openings to make sure there are no risks in applying. There are more than 20,000 job openings to choose from. Skip The Drive. With a name that summarizes why it’s great to work remotely, Skip The Drive provides a good listing of remote jobs to choose from. Elance. One of the most popular sites for finding freelance and remote work continues to chart... Read more

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Applying for Internships and Jobs at Startups

related to the space you are interested in. Regularly visiting sites such as AngelList, trueventures.com, and even Reddit, LinkedIn, and the company listings pages of WeWork and other tech incubators are great places to find great leads on company job announcements, resource requirements, and other opportunities. Finding a job or landing a placement is a systematic process just like anything else. There are certain things you can do to improve your chances, and doing things better each step of... Read more

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8 Tips to Make Your Resume Stand Out

Photo by Glenn Carstens-Peters, used under CC BY / Desaturated from original Finding employment, let alone your dream job, is difficult. Job searchers must often apply to tens, if not hundreds, of jobs prior to earning just one interview. Applicants with lengthy work experiences, multiple degrees and certifications, and with lofty titles held often hog a majority of recruiter interest. Besides, corporate position openings receive an average of 250 resumes . Of those 250, usually only four to six applicants are... Read more

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