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Beating the Bots: How to Ensure a Human Actually Sees Your Resume

In the modern job market, your resume has a dual mission: it must be readable by a machine, but it must be compelling to a human. The harsh reality is that roughly 75% of resumes are screened out by Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) before a recruiter ever lays eyes on them. If you want to…

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How Can Social Media Make or Break Your Interview?

Social media has infiltrated every aspect of our lives and revolutionized the way we communicate. We can reunite with childhood friends, send messages to celebrities, and share ideas, photos, and videos to anyone, anywhere. So, it’s no surprise that recruiters and employers are turning to social media to find talent. Nine out of 10 employers…

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10 Ways to Find Relevant People on Twitter

Twitter isn’t dumb if you are following smart people. In the job search, smart people work for companies you are targeting. In business, smart people are potential customers and clients. The trick is finding them, but it isn’t as hard as you may think. Here are 10 ways to find and follow people on Twitter:…

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How to Create the Perfect LinkedIn Profile

Got a LinkedIn profile? Congrats. Now, you’re only competing for attention with another billion users. By putting some time into building your profile, you can stand out from the crowd. We’ve put some of our tips into the infographic below. You may or may not reach perfection, but hopefully, you’ll get some ideas. Takeaways: Start…

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Read This Before You Make That Big Life-Changing Decision

Are you about to make a drastic life-changing decision? Before you quit your job, buy a bed-and-breakfast, or otherwise turn your life upside down, consider the following questions: Are you financially secure? Making a career change normally takes three to six months, and even under the best of circumstances, it’s a stressful process. The last…