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Monday Motivation | Your First Resume

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week We all have to start somewhere. Don’t panic when you begin writing your first resume, even if you feel you have minimal or no work experience. While you might not have been formally employed before, that doesn’t mean you don’t have any useful skills.…

Monday Motivation | Making Connections

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week If you’re interested in networking with a professional you admire in your field online, resist the urge to send a generic LinkedIn connection request. In fact, personalized LinkedIn connection requests are encouraged at all times, especially if you’re trying to keep in touch with…

Monday Motivation | Keep Them Reading!

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week First impressions are important when writing a cover letter so don’t underestimate the power of a good opening line. Make it memorable, creative, and relevant to the organization you’re applying to work with. Grab the hiring manager’s attention with these first words to make…

Monday Motivation | An Accomplished Resume

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

Monday Motivation | Know Your Worth

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week You’ve probably seen several listings requesting that your “salary expectations” or “desired salary” be stated in your cover letter. If you’re not already sure exactly what you’ll ask for, Google is a great asset. A quick search combining the type of position you’re applying…