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National Forgiveness Day

July 7th was National Forgiveness Day so let’s make an effort to always forgive the offenses of others and ourselves. July 7th and everyday throughout the year, many struggle with forgiveness in our personal or work life, it’s difficult. Polishing the Professional would like to leave you with the words of MLK, “Forgiveness is not an occasional act, it is a constant attitude.”

Forgiveness comes in all different forms. If you are harboring negative feelings toward yourself about failing to take ...

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JUL
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Career Choices, Equality, Forgiveness, Foster Care, Job Search, LGBTQ, Military, Resume Tips

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4th of July

Posted by: Victoria Vanzant

The Fourth of July is the anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

Polishing the Professional hopes you all had a safe and celebratory weekend. The state of our country has enforced limited gatherings so we hope you all had a fun-filled day full of food, safety, and quality time with friends and family. Also, a moment to pay homage to those who sacrificed and continue to sacrifice for our freedoms.

While spending time with ...

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JUL
2020

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Career Choices, Equality, Job Search, LGBTQ

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We Appreciate Our Postal Workers

Posted by: Victoria Vanzant

We appreciate all of our Postal Workers . Polishing the Professional would like to thank both former and current postal workers for their commitment to delivering our mail rain or shine.

We especially thank you for your continued services during the pandemic. You’ve ensured the safe delivery of mail while putting your safety at risk. We see you and want to acknowledge you today.

If you are looking for work or polishing your soft skills, we are here ...

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JUL
2020

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Career Choices, Equality, Foster Care, Job Search, LGBTQ, Postal Workers

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Answering Difficult Questions

Posted by: Victoria Vanzant

If you are one of the millions of Americans who have a criminal record, a sketchy work history, or have ever been terminated from an employer, you will undoubtedly be faced with answering questions about your past. The critical question is, how do you successfully answer questions without jeopardizing your ability to get hired?

1. The first step is understanding what questions an employer can legally ask you.

2. Next, know how to best approach the answer based ...

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JUN
2020

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Career Choices, Equality, Friday Mood, Job Search

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FIVE Resume Tips To Get Call Backs

Posted by: Victoria Vanzant

Your resume is the first thing an employer sees before they call you in for an interview. If it’s not appealing, you will never get that call.

1. Make sure your resume is focused on the positions you are applying for. A good resume should clearly present the skills and experiences you have that are most relevant to the job for which you are applying. You may have to draft several resumes for different skill sets and focuses.

2. Focus on achievements. ...

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JUN
2020

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Career Choices, Resume Tips

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Polishing the Professional Acknowledges Juneteenth

Posted by: Victoria Vanzant

Juneteenth: June 19th, also known as Juneteenth, is a day for African-American’s to commemorate the emancipation of slavery from the state of Texas in 1865. At Polishing the Professional we take this time to recognize the African-Americans who fought and continue to fight for equality and push for change in every avenue of life.

Everyday African Americans are faced with discrimination in their personal life as well as the work place. It’s important to celebrate the success of employment while ensuring ...

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JUN
2020

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Equality, Juneteenth

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Thursday Morning Interview Tips

Posted by: Victoria Vanzant

It’s Thursday morning and you’ve made it close to the end of the week. Let’s continue being productive! Choose a chapter from your Job Search Buddy Handbook and continue mastering your chosen task. PTP’s #thursdaymorning topic is: Typical Questions to be Prepared to Answer.

Interview questions may or may not be on your actual application, however, there are numerous questions. By pre-answering certain questions, it will help you complete your application quickly and accurately. Thinking your answers through prior ...

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MAY
2020

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Job Search, Tips

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