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Did the dream job quickly turn into a nightmare? Here’s how to quit a new job.

By Robin Reshwan, Contributor

 

 

THE WORLDWIDE PANDEMIC upended career stability, growth and opportunities for many people. Jobs were lost, and you may have been one of many people to take a new role out of necessity. Perhaps you gladly accepted a new job that did seem right on track with what you had in mind. But a couple of weeks in, something changed and now you are questioning how to get out of there.

Making a successful exit from a new job – or at least minimizing the damage when it is time to go – requires careful consideration. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to quit a job, including some reasons to do so.

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This guide will help you understand what an internship is, how to find one and how they can expand your career prospects.

By Robin Reshwan, Contributor

 

AS “PLASTICS” WERE THE future to young Benjamin Braddock in the movie “The Graduate,” internships are the future for the students and new grads of today. Hiring managers consider internships important for career success, but they are also one of the best ways to explore potential careers. This brief guide to internships will help you understand what an internship is, how to find one and how they can expand your future career prospects.

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Stipends are on the rise with employers looking to improve culture and productivity. Here’s what to know about this type of payment.

By Robin Reshwan, Contributor

 

STIPENDS ARE A TYPE of payment used by a growing number of organizations to incentivize employees, researchers, teachers, interns and volunteers. To help increase your understanding of and the implications around getting a stipend, here is a comprehensive guide to stipends, including some facts and tips about this tool.

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Steer clear of these resume writing mistakes to increase your chances of getting that interview

By Robin Reshwan, Contributor

 

FOR DECADES, THERE HAVE been predictions that resumes will one day be a thing of the past. However, here we are in 2020, and submitting a resume continues to be a must when you apply for a job. The rise of applicant tracking systems and keyword rankings have only increased the importance of resume writing if you are primarily applying for jobs online instead of through referrals.

With so much riding on this document to set you apart from thousands of other applicants, here are 10 resume mistakes you should avoid:

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Regularly evolving your skills can lead to a long and successful career.

By Robin Reshwan, Contributor

 

 

DURING TIMES OF uncertainly it can seem like career development is off the table – but it shouldn’t be. The key to a long and successful career is closely tied to the rate at which you acquire and evolve your skills and mindset. The correlation is both tangible and subliminal.

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Use LinkedIn to be informed and proactive during a job search.

By Robin Reshwan, Contributor

 

Ready for a new role? Afraid that you are missing out if you don’t go looking for a new job? It has never been easier to be tempted but harder to be noticed than it is in today’s job market. There are many paths to a new role: job postings, outreach calls, networking events, job fairs, referrals, social media and more. However, the relatively low barriers to applying for job postings means that thousands of candidates can apply for a role from the comfort of their home. The high volume often floods a company’s Inbox and makes it more difficult for truly qualified candidates to stand out. If you are looking for better ways to support your job search efforts and distinguish yourself, here are three strategies to try using LinkedIn.

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