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[Featured Image]: A woman works on a laptop and smiles after learning how to write a cover letter when applying for jobs.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Job (With Examples and Tips)

A cover letter is a chance to explain your specific interest in a company and why you'd be a strong fit. Explore how to write a cover letter, including examples and tips.

August 22, 2022

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Cyclical Unemployment: How to Stay Relevant During an Economic Downturn

Learn what you can do when a company begins reducing hiring or instituting layoffs as a result of a slowing economy.

August 22, 2022

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Rescind Offer: What to Do When Your Job Offer Is Withdrawn

While rare, there may be times when a company withdraws its offer of employment before you begin a new role. Learn more about rescinded offers and what you can do if it happens to you.

August 22, 2022

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[Featured Image]: A woman works on a laptop and smiles after learning how to write a cover letter when applying for jobs.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Job (With Examples and Tips)

A cover letter is a chance to explain your specific interest in a company and why you'd be a strong fit. Explore how to write a cover letter, including examples and tips.

August 22, 2022

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[Featured image] A young Asian woman holding a tablet stands in an empty office.

Cyclical Unemployment: How to Stay Relevant During an Economic Downturn

Learn what you can do when a company begins reducing hiring or instituting layoffs as a result of a slowing economy.

August 22, 2022

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Top courses for career development

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Goodwill Industries International

Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Coaching, Accountability, Client Services, Virtual Teams, Customer Relationship Building, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Workforce Development, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Relationship Management, Active Listening, Telecommuting, Needs Assessment, Employee Onboarding, Goal Setting, LinkedIn

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Macquarie University

Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Business Writing, Professional Development, Communication, Proactivity, Personal Development, LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Planning, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Design Thinking, Branding, Interviewing Skills, Creative Thinking, Emotional Intelligence

4.8
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Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Santa Cruz

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

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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

[Featured Image]: A woman in an office smiles after successfully answering teacher interview questions.

8 Teacher Interview Questions to Help You Prepare

When you're interviewing to be a teacher, you can expect standard interview questions alongside questions about how you approach teaching, students, and your classroom.

August 22, 2022

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[Featured image] Job seeker sitting on a sofa chair with her laptop open in front of her reviews a copy of her printed resume in hand.

How to Make a Resume: 2025 Resume Writing Guide

Learn how to identify important resume keywords, format your resume, and write each section with this comprehensive guide.

August 18, 2022

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[Featured image] A person working remotely from their living room couch looks down at their laptop with a reference book in their lap.

Remote Work Guide: How to Find Work-From-Home Jobs

Learn about remote work opportunities, where to find them, and how to enhance your work-from-home skill set.

August 18, 2022

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[Featured image] Three employees communicate during a casual meeting in their office.

Strategies in Communication: Your Guide to Better Connections

In today’s world, communication skills are essential. Whether talking on the phone or meeting someone face to face, these strategies in communication can help you better connect with others.

August 10, 2022

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[Featured image] Two young colleagues meet in a casual environment, one smiling at the other while sitting on a couch next to some plants, to network and talk about industry trends and their career goals.

What Is Networking? How to Grow Your Network

Networking is developing mutually beneficial relationships with people who work in or around your chosen field.

August 5, 2022

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[Featured image] A young person with glasses in a SpaceX career works on a circuit board.

SpaceX Careers: Working in the Commercial Space Industry

The commercial space industry is growing in significant ways. Learn more about in-demand roles at Elon Musk's private, California-based company SpaceX.

August 2, 2022

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[Featured image] A young woman in a white shirt and overalls works on her functional resume on her laptop computer.

Functional Resume Guide: Template and Tips

Learn about the skills-based resume format and get tips for writing your own.

July 21, 2022

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[Featured image] Woman in an open office space smiles as she leans over a desk to share her new data findings with her colleague.

Career Advancement Guide: Growth Tips to Achieve Your Goals

Looking to advance your career? Use these tips, strategies, and resources to help you achieve your career goals.

July 21, 2022

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[Featured image] A person wearing an orange turtleneck sits at home in front of a laptop working on a job application email.

How to Write an Eye-Catching Job Application Email

Learn how to apply for a job via email and get attention for your unique professional story.

July 20, 2022

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[Featured image] A white man stares concernedly at his laptop while a woman with a baby sits in the background.

Rescind Offer: What to Do When Your Job Offer Is Withdrawn

While rare, there may be times when a company withdraws its offer of employment before you begin a new role. Learn more about rescinded offers and what you can do if it happens to you.

August 22, 2022

Article

[Featured Image]: A woman in an office smiles after successfully answering teacher interview questions.

8 Teacher Interview Questions to Help You Prepare

When you're interviewing to be a teacher, you can expect standard interview questions alongside questions about how you approach teaching, students, and your classroom.

August 22, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Job seeker sitting on a sofa chair with her laptop open in front of her reviews a copy of her printed resume in hand.

How to Make a Resume: 2025 Resume Writing Guide

Learn how to identify important resume keywords, format your resume, and write each section with this comprehensive guide.

August 18, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person working remotely from their living room couch looks down at their laptop with a reference book in their lap.

Remote Work Guide: How to Find Work-From-Home Jobs

Learn about remote work opportunities, where to find them, and how to enhance your work-from-home skill set.

August 18, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Three employees communicate during a casual meeting in their office.

Strategies in Communication: Your Guide to Better Connections

In today’s world, communication skills are essential. Whether talking on the phone or meeting someone face to face, these strategies in communication can help you better connect with others.

August 10, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Two young colleagues meet in a casual environment, one smiling at the other while sitting on a couch next to some plants, to network and talk about industry trends and their career goals.

What Is Networking? How to Grow Your Network

Networking is developing mutually beneficial relationships with people who work in or around your chosen field.

August 5, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A young person with glasses in a SpaceX career works on a circuit board.

SpaceX Careers: Working in the Commercial Space Industry

The commercial space industry is growing in significant ways. Learn more about in-demand roles at Elon Musk's private, California-based company SpaceX.

August 2, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A young woman in a white shirt and overalls works on her functional resume on her laptop computer.

Functional Resume Guide: Template and Tips

Learn about the skills-based resume format and get tips for writing your own.

July 21, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Woman in an open office space smiles as she leans over a desk to share her new data findings with her colleague.

Career Advancement Guide: Growth Tips to Achieve Your Goals

Looking to advance your career? Use these tips, strategies, and resources to help you achieve your career goals.

July 21, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person wearing an orange turtleneck sits at home in front of a laptop working on a job application email.

How to Write an Eye-Catching Job Application Email

Learn how to apply for a job via email and get attention for your unique professional story.

July 20, 2022

Article

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