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Can you use a funny cover letter?
Can you use a funny cover letter?

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

In this blog post we discuss the top tips on identifying when and how a funny cover letter could work for you. Comedy is not for everyone, but by following our tips you’re sure to end up with a quality cover letter that makes you stand out for all the right reasons.
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Published in Career

by Misty PathuisMisty Pathuis

Brand yourself for success: How to build your personal brand and land your dream job
Ever wondered how Marie Kondo took the world by storm? How Oprah turns everything she touches into gold? How Steve Jobs became a household name for pioneering tech? Well, here is a little secret: it’s their personal brand.
Brand yourself for success: How to build your personal brand and land your dream job
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11 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

How long does it take to hear back after an interview?
It will always take longer to hear back after an interview than candidates would prefer. In this blog, we explore the reasons for potential delays and how to cope with the wait.
How long does it take to hear back after an interview?
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13 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Charlotte GraingerCharlotte Grainger

How to write a career change resume: 4 rules for the inexperienced
Is it time to switch gears? If you’re ready to go for your dream job, read our rules for writing a compelling career change resume.
How to write a career change resume: 4 rules for the inexperienced
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5 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Debbie BrideDebbie Bride

When should you use a professional resume writer?
We think nothing of hiring professionals all the time for things we’d rather not do ourselves, even if we’re quite capable. So why not hire a professional to write your resume? But it’s not one for any job seeker to take lightly. Here, we look at when it makes sense to seek professional resume help, and when a DIY resume is still your best bet.
When should you use a professional resume writer?
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14 min read

Published in Career

by Debbie BrideDebbie Bride

A guide for women interested in a programming career: top 20 online resources for kickstarting your coding journey
Opportunities abound for women interested in a programming career, even in the absence of any computer science background. The astonishing number of online learning options shows you’re in good company. We’ll try to decode the process for getting started as a female coder.
A guide for women interested in a programming career.
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12 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

Should I include my pronouns on my resume?
The decision on whether or not to include your pronouns on your resume may not be as straightforward as one might think. Your gender pronouns might be central to your identity, but are they relevant when considering your professional capabilities?
Should I include my pronouns on my resume?
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8 min read

Published in Career

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

Hostile work environment: key signs and examples
There is nothing worse than working in a hostile work environment where harassment and other unwelcome conduct go unchecked. If workplace bullies know that they can get away with it, intimidation and discrimination will dominate the culture.
Hostile work environment: key signs and examples
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11 min read

Published in Cover Letter

by Susan ShorSusan Shor

Does my cover letter need an address?
Does the company’s street address really matter when you’re not sending snail mail? What about your own address? Should you just include city and state only? We look at the question: does my cover letter need an address?
Does my cover letter need an address?
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5 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Charlotte GraingerCharlotte Grainger

Resume hybrid format: what it is and how can you use it
The resume hybrid format is ideal if you want to showcase your skills and experience. In the following guide, we reveal how to create one from scratch.
Resume hybrid format: what it is and how can you use it
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18 min read

Published in Career

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

Top 10 jobs after college
Some students understandably don’t worry too much about getting a job after college, but others plan their first career moves meticulously. Here are ten popular jobs for someone who has just left college. You need to start somewhere.
Top 10 jobs after college
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10 min read

Published in Career

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

How to apply for jobs if you have a criminal record
Applying for a job when you have a criminal record is complicated, but not impossible. We explore the potential and pitfalls of a delicate situation.
How to apply for jobs if you have a criminal record
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9 min read
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