6 Tips for a Better Digital Portfolio

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 …

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3 Essential Differences Between a Resume and a LinkedIn Profile

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 …

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How to quickly clean up your online presence when job/internship seeking

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. …

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How to make an online portfolio in time for a last-minute interview

Earning a last-minute interview is exciting, as it can mean that the hiring manager is eager to meet with you or wants to hire you for the position right away. Making it to the last-minute interview can also impress the …

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How to Build a Social Resume

Traditional resumes will always be a critical part of the recruiting process, but they're not the only things hiring managers look at anymore—not even close. Thanks to our increasing participation in various social media sites, hiring managers can now quickly …

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6 Resume Trends to Follow If You Want to Land an Interview

In order for your resume to stand out, it needs to be flawless as well as current. Here are six resume trends to follow that will increase your chances of getting an interview.

1. Use Keywords

While it's possible that your …

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How to Scrub and Build Your Social Presence Before Searching for a Job

It's common knowledge that employers check your social media presence before considering you for a job. So if you're thinking about looking for a new position, here are the four key steps you need to take to ensure that you're properly maintaining …

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7 Ways Job Searching Will Be Different in 2021 (and How You Can Adapt)

I know everyone is tired of hearing the words “unprecedented” and “2020” together. So I’m going to say that this last year was…extremely unordinary. And it’s probably safe to say that many of us are eager to put 2020 in …

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