Michelle Le has worked for UNIQLO for four years and is currently a university recruiter. Known for its simple, high-quality, everyday clothing designed with life’s needs in mind, UNIQLO is a global clothing apparel brand originally founded in Japan. The …
Applying for your first job can be intimidating. Luckily, there’s a way to significantly improve your chances of getting hired: including a cover letter in your application whether it’s required or not. Doing so shows a level of professionalism that …
Along with the rest of the nation, American business owners are concerned about a recession looming. In a recent survey conducted by B2B Reviews, business owners shared their recession fears and preparations for uncertain economic times. To stay competitive, many …
Hello Ask Alexis,
For about eight months after leaving my social services job, I took a transitional, non-career-related position. I was wondering if is best to list this job on my resume or leave it out and explain the gap …
When a hiring manager asks for your references, it’s usually a sign that you’ve made it to the final stages of the hiring process. So how can you choose references that will help you seal the deal and not give …
In today’s increasingly socially conscious world, job applicants are finding it important to show potential employers that they are passionate and committed to fighting for the causes they believe in. A recent study conducted by Skynova revealed that half of …
A professional portfolio is a great way to showcase previous projects and accomplishments, and there are many ways in which you can put your portfolio out there for potential employers to see. In the old days, this would require actual …
You’ve likely heard that your resume and LinkedIn profile should mimic each other.
For instance, the position titles and years you held them should be the same on both mediums. If they don’t correspond, employers will wonder if you’re hiding …
Here’s a sad fact.
Most people are still writing 20th century resumes.
Back in high school or college, someone showed you how to write one and you have never changed it up. Well, just like big hair isn’t in fashion …
We all know there’s a lot of preparation that goes into a job interview. You spend a lot of time creating the perfect resume. Then you research the company you’re applying to and rehearse your answers to commonly-asked interview questions. …
