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10 Fastest-Growing Professions

We are living in times where things are constantly changing. Change can be scary; it can make us feel uncertain. However, we hold the power to seek the good within the bad. One of the major changes happening now is in peoples’ professions. As we begin to heal from the impact of the Covid 19 pandemic, we start to notice the long-term effects caused by it.

We all remember when unemployment skyrocketed. Companies big and small found themselves having to shut ...

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7
MAR
2022

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Career Path, Employment, Job Search

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Job Search: Using Social Media to Your Advantage

Posted by: Taylor Tarantino

Social media started as a fun way to connect with friends and family to share news, life updates and keep your loved ones close no matter how far away they lived. Now it’s used for a wide variety of things such as shopping, networking, personal branding, and job hunting. One new advantage of social media that seems to be on the rise is the opportunity to find a job. People everywhere are turning to different media platforms such as LinkedIn, ...

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7
FEB
2022

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Career Tips, Job Search, Networking

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20 Common Interview Questions

Posted by: Taylor Tarantino

Interviews can be extremely nerve-wracking. Let’s dissect the situation: a stranger, who has the power to hire you and shape your career as well as the ability to determine your financial stability, asks you what seems like a thousand questions about your goals, work habits, work ethic, and employment history. Not scary at all, right?

A quote by Benjamin Franklin states, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” To avoid feelings of fear and distress before an interview, do ...

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JAN
2022

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Confidence, Interview Tips, Job Search

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It’s Not About Your Job; It’s About Your Life!

Posted by: admin

When it comes to job search and career development, I think 99% of the population has it wrong and “does it backward.” This realization comes from my more than 25 years of experience as a Career Coach and working with thousands of clients.

Looking back, I believe that this opinion has been developing in my mind for many years. But it was only recently that my thoughts crystallized into a form that I could express in a concise message.

New clients often ...

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1
NOV
2021

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Career Choices, Career Path, Job Search

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Choose Your Career Using Personality Tests

Posted by: admin

Everyone is unique in this world. Our habits, behavior, and personality are also individual. But certain aspects can be measured in the way we think, feel, or process the information.

If we follow these measurements, we can outline a personality type that can give us information about certain things, such as how a person interacts with others or how appropriate their personality is when it comes to problem-solving, administration or creativity, etc.

Here is an example: Our brain has cognitive and emotional ...

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4
OCT
2021

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Career Choices, Career Tips, Job Search

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How To Ace Telephone Job Interviews

Posted by: admin

Telephone interviews are different than live interviews and require different strategies for the job-seeker to be successful. When I ask new coaching clients to assess their interview technique, they never distinguish between phone and live interviews. Many clients don’t even realize that brief phone interactions are mini-interviews. When a long phone call is scheduled, some of my clients refer to it as a “screen.” They say this as if this is something different or even less than an interview.

Make no mistake: ...

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27
SEP
2021

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Career Tips, Employment, Job Search

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How to Leave the Interview-Zone and Land an Offer

Posted by: Alyse Tatevosian

Don’t sell yourself short.
Frequently, people underplay their skills and talents during an interview, hurting their chances of getting an offer. Don’t sell yourself short! Share your key accomplishments and let them shine through. The best way to highlight your skills is to share an experience of how you put your skills to the test. Then share how that benefited you in your past and current position.

Prepare for tough interview questions.
Learn to answer tough interview questions the right way. You will ...

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13
SEP
2021

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Career Tips, Employment, Job Search

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10 Side Hustles of 2021

Posted by: Alyse Tatevosian

Want to make a little extra money? Here are 10 side hustles you can start at any time:

Selling your old stuff online.
Whether it is clothing sitting in the back of your closet or furniture collecting dust, you can sell almost any used item online. Given the numerous platforms, such as eBay, Poshmark, or Craigslist, there is a massive market for used items like clothing, collectibles, furniture, etc. It is an easy way to make ...

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5
JUL
2021

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Career Choices, Finance, Job Search

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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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21
JUN
2021

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Career Choices, Job Search, Passion

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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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7
JUN
2021

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Career Tips, Job Search, Motivation, Networking, Patience

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10 Fastest-Growing Professions

20 Common Interview Questions

It’s Not About Your Job; It’s About Your Life!

Choose Your Career Using Personality Tests

How To Ace Telephone Job Interviews

How to Leave the Interview-Zone and Land an Offer

10 Side Hustles of 2021

What is a Career Assessment?

10 Tips for Finding a Job as a Recent Graduate

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