Powerful, targeted resumes that showcase your strengths for a specific position are critical to getting interviews, yet many women don’t know how to write a resume that will get results. Many women fall short in communicating their strengths. You might be one of them, and many women suspect that they could be doing a better […]
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You have likely seen the advice that you need to customize your resume for every job application. It may seem like an incredible chore, but it can be very empowering. Show recruiters and hiring managers that you have the right stuff to hit the ground running and make immediate contributions.
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We know that women experience the workplace differently but did you know that the search process can differ as well? Learn what the differences are and what recruiters expect so you can have a successful job search.
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What’s the most alarming advice to women about salary negotiation? “Ask a white man.” I saw this advice *twice* this week and it really stopped me in my tracks. But the advice is sound, because white men overall get paid the most, and on average have a much easier time asking for what they believe
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PRO TIP: Using a nonprofit job board is only ONE place to look – read on for some hidden gems You probably know that tapping into your connections for information and referrals is the most effective way to land interviews, but it’s not the ONLY way. Job seekers do get interviews just by applying to
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If you’ve been looking for a job, you know how tough it can be to land those interviews. You may not get another shot to talk about your many qualifications. Learn how to sell your strengths to nail your interviews.
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Repeated rejection. A dwindling bank account. Endless, repetitive online applications. Is staying positive during a job search even possible? Fortunately, there are some simple things you can do if you are having trouble staying positive in a job search, which will not only improve your mood while you search but very probably shorten your search.
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If you want to find a job in Portland (aka City of Roses, Stumptown, Beervana) you will realize something rather quickly: Portland looks like a big city and gets a lot of press like a big city, but it is really a small town and career opportunities are driven by who you know. Finding those
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If you are moving to Portland Oregon, especially if you are a “trailing spouse” or relocating partner (which means following someone for their new job or re-assignment), then you know how challenging it can be. A life partnership is also an economic partnership, and you may be happy to support your partner to advance their
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A Google job search is a surprisingly under-utilized resource, and many job seekers just skim the results. It’s worth a deeper dive. Save yourself hours by learning these job search tricks!
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