Applying for Expedited Reinstatement

Expedited reinstatement allows prior entitled beneficiaries whose entitlement ended due to work requiring a benefit reinstatement without filing a new application. If you collected SSDI benefits previously, expedited reinstatement speeds up the process of “restarting” your monthly benefits without having to endure the long wait of a new application.

Who is Eligible?

The Social Security Administration states the eligibility requirements on their website. You are eligible if you meet all of the following criteria:

• Is “not able” or “becomes unable” to work ...

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Employment, Finance, Social Security Administration Posts

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What is a Career Assessment?

Posted by: Alyse Tatevosian

A career assessment is a type of test that helps you find a career that fits your skills, interests, or values. The evaluation consists of a series of questions that evaluates your qualities and talents. Once you have determined your strengths and weaknesses, you can now make the most of yourself and your career. There are numerous career assessments online that you can try for free.

Here are some free popular assessments to try:

123 Career Test (https://www.123test.com/career-test/)

Test Color (http://www.testcolor.com/personalitytest/personalitytest.php)

16 ...

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JUN
2021

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Career Choices, Job Search, Passion

career, career assessment, career choices, qualities, skills, strengths, talent, test, weaknesses

What is an Informational Interview?

Posted by: Alyse Tatevosian

You just graduated high school or college, and now you are on the job hunt. Scoring an interview can be challenging, but do not let that discourage you. Informational interviews are a networking technique that allows you to connect with people and companies of interest. Rather than dealing with the stress that comes with a typical job interview, the reversed roles are in your favor.

The Benefits of Informational Interviews
The primary purpose of an informational interview is to gather information. Remember, ...

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JUN
2021

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Career Tips, Networking, Patience

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10 Tips for Finding a Job as a Recent Graduate

Posted by: Alyse Tatevosian

Do not let your job search get the best of you. It is not as hard as it may feel. With a few pointers and a little bit of hard work, you will be on your way to your dream job! Here are our top 10 tips for finding a career as a recent graduate.

1. Career Goals
Plan out your career goals. If you do not already have a general idea of what careers or industries interest you, it is time ...

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JUN
2021

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Career Tips, Job Search, Motivation, Networking, Patience

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So You Finished Your Education, Now What?

Posted by: Alyse Tatevosian

You’ve spent the last few years working hard to earn your educational degree or certificate, and now the pressure is on for you to find work.

You believed that finding a job would be a breeze once you obtained your degree or certificate. However, since you had started your job search nearly a year ago, you’ve come to realize that it’s NOT THAT EASY! You’ve submitted your resume and applications over and over again, only to admit finding a job is ...

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MAY
2021

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Career Tips, Employment, Job Search

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Did I Make the Right Career Choice?

Posted by: Alyse Tatevosian

We often find ourselves at work dreaming of another career. It’s common to feel like you’ve made the wrong choice. You aren’t alone. Know that you don’t have to spend every day just wondering “what if.” Whether it was the right choice at the time, you’re aware of your feelings and know it’s time for a career change.

Now is the time to do something about it. Unsure of where to start, register at www.polishingtheprofessional.com. We can help you figure out ...

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MAY
2021

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Career Choices, Career Path, Tips

career advice, career choice, career journey, career path, job openings, job search, skills

Forget Social Media and Get Social Again

Posted by: Alyse Tatevosian

Everyone carries around a secret weapon, yet we are unaware that we do most of the time. For many, this secret weapon is known as conversation, or better yet, “The Art of Conversation.” Our daily lives as citizens enable us to come in contact with other people regularly. Whether at the grocery store, waiting on a bus, walking to an appointment, or simply hanging out at a local eatery or mall, potential contact is all around us. Often, we are ...

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MAY
2021

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Employment, Networking, Tips

conversation, employment, network, networking, opportunity, professional, social

Ways to Spring Clean Your Job Search

Posted by: Alyse Tatevosian

Every year, millions of people set out to spring clean their homes and garages. Spring is also the perfect time to clean your job search image. It’s the time for renewal and clarity.

1. Clean Your Workspace Area
Clear paperwork piles, file paperwork, discard unnecessary paperwork and organize your workspace.

2. Email
Delete or archive old emails.

3. Dust Off Your Resume
Your resume should reflect your current targeted goals and communicates what your “experience” brings to the table. If your resume is more than two ...

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MAY
2021

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Career Tips, Job Search, Motivation

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Benefits of WISE

Posted by: Alyse Tatevosian

If you receive social security benefits, you may have heard of WISE (Work Incentives Seminar Events) webinars. These are free webinars that go over various topics that are beneficial to social security beneficiaries. They cover a wide range of subjects. Last month’s topic was Ticket to Work and the Path to Employment. You can register for this month’s WISE webinar here: https://choosework.ssa.gov/wise/

Archived

WISE is known to be held on the fourth Wednesday of each month. If you miss a webinar, ...

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APR
2021

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Employers, Social Security Administration Posts, Tips

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How to Prepare Your Resume

Posted by: Alyse Tatevosian

A good resume is what will help you land an interview for your dream job. If you appropriately tailor your resume, you will hear back from almost every job opportunity. Before you start working on your resume, you need to outline your skills and experiences relevant to the job. Once you have listed all your qualifications, you can prepare your resume for your job application.

Follow These Steps When Drafting Your Resume

1. Choose the correct resume format.
There are three standard resume ...

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Career Tips, Job Search, Resume Tips

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