When it comes to job interviews, we’ve all heard that first impressions are key. Well, as it turns out, the same goes for your résumé. A recent eye-tracking study by career site Ladders Inc. found that recruiters spend just seven seconds scanning a CV. With such a small amount of time to impress, it’s vital to avoid mistakes that could cost you the chance of getting your dream job.
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Month: August 2020
Back to work for some, but here’s what to do if you don’t get that call
August, dubbed by Sylvia Plath as that odd uneven time between summer and autumn, is odder still this year, given that for many employees it will be the end of an unprecedented couple of seasons that have left them, for the first time in their careers, at home on a forced long vacation. From museums to bars and convention centers, stage three of Ontario’s reopening is in full swing, as it is elsewhere. Despite this massive roll-out, my office is…
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Highest-paying jobs that require a bachelor’s degree
Stacker mined 2019 data (released in 2020) from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and compiled a list of the highest-paying jobs that require a bachelor’s degree.
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8 freelance jobs you can do from home
From social media manager to translator, here are eight freelance jobs you can pick up during the coronavirus pandemic and do from home.
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London pilot project looks to train people for jobs, then help them stay working | London Free Press
London pilot project looks to train people for jobs, then help them stay working | London Free Press
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Experts say there’s an ideal income for happiness | Financial Post
Research confirms that a salary bump can contribute to a more satisfying life. Here are three things you can do to help achieve that higher salary.
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7 tips for working productively at home
If you’ve found your productivity slipping as you work from home, here are seven suggestions from experts you can follow to get back on track.
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Career expert: How to write a cover letter that will actually get you noticed
Recruiters, hiring managers, and HR staff say cover letters are key to hiring decisions. Ask a Manager columnist Alison Green explains how to write a good one.
— Read on www.cnbc.com/2020/08/13/how-to-write-a-cover-letter-actually-get-noticed.html
12 Ways to Get Smarter in One Infographic
Highlighting and breaking down the 12 most useful and universal mental models that will make you smarter and more productive.
— Read on www.visualcapitalist.com/12-ways-smarter-mental-models/