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Monday Motivation | An Accomplished Resume

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week When writing about your previous job experiences, don’t just make a bullet point list of your tasks. Tell employers how you exceeded expectations while tackling them, and don’t be afraid to list your accomplishments beyond the scope of your everyday work. But don’t write…

Monday Motivation | Don’t Underestimate Yourself

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week Job seekers: it pays to focus on applying for jobs for which you’re qualified. But that doesn’t necessarily mean that you should hold back if you think you’re a good fit. Don’t have training in a particular computer program or mastery of a certain…

Monday Motivation | Is It Time to Reassess Your Job Searching Strategy?

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week Sometimes the hard work we put in the job hunt doesn’t bring in the results we’re looking for. What to do, then? First, don’t get discouraged. The job market is constantly changing, and finding a new job is a time-consuming business. It’s normal for…

Monday Motivation | Informational Interviews, What Are They?

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week Google is your friend when looking for information about jobs, organizations, and career paths, but it doesn’t substitute for a good, one-on-one conversation with someone who is active in the field. If you want to learn more about the nuances of your industry, consider…

Monday Motivation | Get (Virtual) Help from your Local Library

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week Did you know that many public libraries offer free resources to help you with your job hunt? From general career guides to resume assistance, bookmark your local library’s website right now and reach out to them before applying for a new job. Many of…