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The highest-paying jobs and how to land them
The highest-paying jobs and how to land them

by Susan ShorSusan Shor

If you’re looking for the highest-paying jobs out there, it helps to have a “Dr.” in front of your name. But top-paying jobs abound, and with the right education, training and experience, one of them could be yours.
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Published in Job Interview

by Debbie BrideDebbie Bride

How to write a thank you letter for a job offer (with copyable examples)
Congratulations on your job offer! There’s no better mood and energy booster, no matter how draining the hiring process might have been. That’s why it’s the best time to write and send a job offer thank-you letter. Just a few straightforward steps will achieve multiple communication tasks in one simple but versatile letter.
How to write a thank you letter for a job offer (with copyable examples)
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16 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

Why are you interested in this position?
There are many motivations for wanting a new role, but which ones will serve you best in an interview? You can guarantee this question will come up and your answer should provide a solid foundation for the rest of the interview.
Why are you interested in this position?
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12 min read

Published in Career

by Susan ShorSusan Shor

Jobs for 14- and 15-year-olds: examples + advice
Your first job can be a great learning experience – not to mention a welcome source of cash. In this blog, we’ll cover everything you need to know about landing a job when you are 14 or 15 years old.
Jobs for 14- and 15-year-olds: examples + advice
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13 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Debbie BrideDebbie Bride

Weaknesses: What to say when interviewers ask
Don’t be caught off guard by this common interview question about your professional weaknesses. Take advantage of the opportunity to prepare a game-changing answer that turns the interview in your favor.
Weaknesses: What to say when interviewers ask
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22 min read

Published in Career

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

How to tell your boss you’re quitting
That’s it, you have made the decision to seek pastures new. You may be leaving for another opportunity, or you may want to find some clarity before making your next move. Whatever the case, here is how to break the news to your boss.
How to tell your boss you’re quitting
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10 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

The best personality examples for your resume
The stories that you share in your resume will hint at the personality behind the professional. Hiring managers will have a good idea what sort of person they want on their team, so how do you convey the job-winning traits? This blog explores the answer.
The best personality examples for your resume
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14 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Karl KahlerKarl Kahler

Should I put my address on my resume?
Do you still need a mailing address on your resume in the digital age? The answer is yes, no, and maybe. Here are the pros and cons to consider about telling employers where you live.
Should I put my address on my resume?
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12 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

40+ hobbies and interests for your resume to impress any interviewer
It has long been a job search rule that experienced professionals should not put hobbies and interests on resumes. However, as work/life boundaries shift, employers are increasingly interested in the broader aspects of a candidate’s personality. Time for a rethink.
40+ hobbies and interests for your resume to impress any interviewer
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18 min read

Published in Career

by Lotte van RijswijkLotte van Rijswijk

The most and least loved occupations
Resume.io collected hundreds of thousands of tweets about different professions and analyzed the language used by Twitter users to uncover the professions people feel the most positive and negative about.
The Most and Least Loved Occupations
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20 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

How to accept a job offer + copyable examples
The words you use to accept a job offer will be the first as a new employee of the company that’s just decided to take you on. It’s worth reflecting on how you’ll answer this exciting piece of news. In this blog, we’ll walk you through exactly what you should and shouldn’t say.
How to accept a job offer + copyable examples
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11 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Debbie BrideDebbie Bride

How to send interview follow-up letters: the complete guide
They say waiting is the hardest part – and it’s especially true after a job interview. You want to know whether or not the employer has made a decision, but there’s a right and wrong way to ask. In this blog, we’ll break down everything you need to know about interview follow-up letters.
How to send interview follow-up letters: the complete guide
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37 min read
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