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18 Career Goals for 2025 That Will Make This Your Best Year Yet

Published on December 20, 2024

As the end of the year approaches, it’s natural to reflect on everything you’ve accomplished over the past 12 months. Maybe you landed a new job, took on a big project at work, or even started thinking about a career …

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7 Highest Paying Skilled Trades For Top Earning Potential

Published on December 1, 2024

Are you looking for a career that offers high earning potential? Skilled trades are a great option, with most workers earning above average wages for their level of experience. In fact the top 7 highest paying skilled trades are all …

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7 Behavioral Skills Examples (Plus Tips on How to Improve Yours)

Published on January 7, 2025

Imagine you’re in a meeting with a group of people who all have impressive technical skills—but the conversation still feels disconnected. Now picture the person who steps in: Someone who listens, builds trust, and brings the team together. That’s …

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“What Is Your Work Philosophy?” Interview Question: 5 Sample Answers

Published on January 7, 2025

Imagine you’re in an interview, and the interviewer asks that seemingly simple but actually tricky question: “What is your work philosophy?” Your answer can reveal a lot about how you approach your work, what you value, and how you might …

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How Long Should a Resume Be? Here’s What the Research Says!

Published on January 7, 2025

How Many Pages Should a Resume Be?

One of the worst parts of searching for a job is that everyone has a different opinion on everything:

“Do what you love!” vs. “Find a job with growth opportunities!”

“You have to …

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