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11 Interviewing Skills to Benefit Your Career

Improving your interview skills can help you have more confidence, poise, and professionalism while applying for work. Master these key interviewing skills to feel confident in any interview situation.

February 3, 2022

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Follow-Up Emails After an Interview: Scenarios, Samples, and Templates

There are a few different reasons why you'd send a follow-up email after an interview. Learn when this type of communication is appropriate and what to say in your email.

February 3, 2022

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[Featured Image] A smiling worker wearing headphones sits at their home office desk with a computer, journal, and papers, working at a job they have gotten after majoring in English.

10 High-Paying Jobs for English Majors

Majoring in English can translate to important skills that matter to employers, from writing compelling copy and analyzing textual meaning to empathizing with others.

February 3, 2022

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[Featured image] Two people shake hands before beginning a job interview.

11 Interviewing Skills to Benefit Your Career

Improving your interview skills can help you have more confidence, poise, and professionalism while applying for work. Master these key interviewing skills to feel confident in any interview situation.

February 3, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A woman in a coral turtle neck is at home looking through her laptop. On her table has a cup of orange juice, her phone, and a white mug.

Follow-Up Emails After an Interview: Scenarios, Samples, and Templates

There are a few different reasons why you'd send a follow-up email after an interview. Learn when this type of communication is appropriate and what to say in your email.

February 3, 2022

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Top courses for career development

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University of California, Santa Cruz

Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Goal Setting

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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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Goodwill Industries International

Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Coaching, Accountability, Client Services, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Client Support, Workforce Development, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Active Listening, Talent Pipelining, Needs Assessment, Employee Onboarding, Empathy, Human Centered Design, Gap Analysis

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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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Skillshare

Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creativity, Personal Development, Creative Thinking, Graphic Design, System Configuration, Self-Awareness, Courage, Growth Mindedness, Goal Setting, Design Software, Optimism, Creative Design, Overcoming Obstacles, Curiosity, Adobe Photoshop, Lifelong Learning

Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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Preparing for a Career Change: a Step-by-Step Guide for 2026

Start moving toward your dream career with clarity by defining your goals and building your action plan.

February 3, 2022

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What Are Job Skills?

The right combination of skills could be the key to landing your next job. Explore job skills below, including relevant resume skills and how to list job skills on your resume.

February 3, 2022

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13 Ways to Strengthen + Enhance Your Resume to Stand Out as an Applicant 

Your resume is often a first impression for potential employers. Make it a lasting one with these tips.

February 1, 2022

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Top 10 Skills for Women in the Workplace

These are the most in-demand skills for women seeking to elevate their careers.

February 1, 2022

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How to Write a Resignation Letter (Template + Tips)

Submitting a resignation letter to your employer is a common practice when you go through the process of leaving a job. Here's where you can begin.

January 28, 2022

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How to Choose a Career: 7 Ways to Clarify What You Want

Discover an array of tools and questions to help you determine what careers might suit you best.

January 28, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] Thanks to working in one of the best work-life balance jobs, young professionals can regularly gather with family and friends.

9 Jobs for Better Work-Life Balance

Embrace the possibility of a better work-life balance with high-paying jobs that offer flexible scheduling and the ability to work remotely. Learn more about what jobs have the best work-life balance.

January 27, 2022

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How Far Back Should a Resume Go?

Generally, experts recommend keeping about 10 to 15 years of work experience on your resume, but that guidance changes depending on your professional history.

January 25, 2022

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How to List Resume References: A Job Seeker's Guide + Sample

Instead of including references on your resume, learn how to create a resume reference list that you can provide to recruiters upon request.

January 25, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A smiling worker wearing headphones sits at their home office desk with a computer, journal, and papers, working at a job they have gotten after majoring in English.

10 High-Paying Jobs for English Majors

Majoring in English can translate to important skills that matter to employers, from writing compelling copy and analyzing textual meaning to empathizing with others.

February 3, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A parent sits at a desk holding a baby while working.

Preparing for a Career Change: a Step-by-Step Guide for 2026

Start moving toward your dream career with clarity by defining your goals and building your action plan.

February 3, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] Three coworkers are using their job skills to collaborate as they assess papers and look at a computer screen.

What Are Job Skills?

The right combination of skills could be the key to landing your next job. Explore job skills below, including relevant resume skills and how to list job skills on your resume.

February 3, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person with curly hair and glasses works on a resume on a pink laptop computer.

13 Ways to Strengthen + Enhance Your Resume to Stand Out as an Applicant 

Your resume is often a first impression for potential employers. Make it a lasting one with these tips.

February 1, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Red text on a white background that reads "Women's History Month" with a photo of a person speaking to their team in a conference room.

Top 10 Skills for Women in the Workplace

These are the most in-demand skills for women seeking to elevate their careers.

February 1, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] An employee composes a resignation letter for an employer.

How to Write a Resignation Letter (Template + Tips)

Submitting a resignation letter to your employer is a common practice when you go through the process of leaving a job. Here's where you can begin.

January 28, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] Two colleagues dressed in professional attire smile and talk while walking through an office corridor as they discuss how to choose a career.

How to Choose a Career: 7 Ways to Clarify What You Want

Discover an array of tools and questions to help you determine what careers might suit you best.

January 28, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] Thanks to working in one of the best work-life balance jobs, young professionals can regularly gather with family and friends.

9 Jobs for Better Work-Life Balance

Embrace the possibility of a better work-life balance with high-paying jobs that offer flexible scheduling and the ability to work remotely. Learn more about what jobs have the best work-life balance.

January 27, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person in a yellow shirt and black jacket sits at a table working on their resume. They're looking to their right like they're thinking about something.

How Far Back Should a Resume Go?

Generally, experts recommend keeping about 10 to 15 years of work experience on your resume, but that guidance changes depending on your professional history.

January 25, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Woman in a yellow sweater with glasses looking at a resume

How to List Resume References: A Job Seeker's Guide + Sample

Instead of including references on your resume, learn how to create a resume reference list that you can provide to recruiters upon request.

January 25, 2022

Article

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