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The Ultimate Guide to a Career in Accounting

Gone are the days of following in your parents’ footsteps or choosing the career they think is right for you. Thanks to the Internet and evermore sophisticated job search techniques, you have the ability to access an almost endless amount of information about any career you’re interested in pursuing. And if a career in accounting is the…

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How to Use Social Media to Find Your Perfect Job

Remember the days when trying to get an opportunity meant hours of knocking on doors, endless phone calls and rejection by the bucket load? Don’t be fooled, those days haven’t gone entirely. To get the job you want still involves plenty of hard work and many hours of perseverance, but thanks to the way people…

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Graduates: Top 4 Tips for Making Yourself More Employable

You just graduated University. You have a back-breaking amount of student debt. The career services department of your school gave your degree and said, “Off you go! You’re all set!” Three months later, you are still looking for jobs everywhere. Telephone poles, fliers, online postings, walking into offices, talking to friends, and none have proven…

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Have You Ever Thought of a Career in Finances?

It is a well-known fact that not many people look for a career in finances because it appears to be an overwhelming process. But not many people are aware that it is possible to have a career in this kind of field even without getting a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. Here are some of the most rewarding finance…

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The Quick Guide to Getting a Social Media Job [INFOGRAPHIC]

Want a job in social media? Here’s a quick guide to help you further on your way, courtesy of Career Bright. Takeaways: Establish an online presence – if you don’t have a Facebook/Twitter account, what are you doing? Be creative and relevant – don’t just post rubbish for the sake of it! Network and build…

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How to Create a Resume for Your Next College Job

If you’re close to graduation and you’re interested in finding yourself a college job, having a polished and well-written resume is definitely a must! This is essential in getting that perfect summer job for you so you can make a little extra before starting college. Here is an easy guide on how to create a…

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How to Prepare for the Role of a Successful Employee

What was the last movie you saw starring Robert De Niro? Whatever it was, my guess is that the acting was impressive. While some of his movies do better in the box office than others, De Niro never fails to deliver in his role. In his 40-plus-year career, he has proven himself time and time…

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Should You Ever Lie on Your Résume?

As a professional resume writer, HR manager, and career coach for over 10 years, I have come across this controversial issue more times than I can count. Let’s say you have been actively pursuing employment for over a year and keep being told you’re overqualified by recruiters, so you start thinking to yourself, “maybe I…

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5 Skills Every Workplace Leader Needs

What skills do managers need? This infographic from nec.edu outlines 5 every manager must have. Takeaways: Leaders need to cultivate strategic thinking and innovation. Managers need lots of skills – especially the ability to develop and understand. Only 1 in 5 organisations reward creativity – change this! RELATED: How Would You Score Yourself as a Manager?