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Category Archives: Corporate America
Avoid the Black Hole: ATS-proof Your Resume [Infographic]
early all large organizations – and many mid-sized companies – rely on an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to automatically screen thousands of candidates at the click of a button!
After all, with so many applications coming in per position, there’s no way larger employers can sift through such large quantities of resumes without an automated system.
Of course, these systems aren’t 100 percent perfect. Your well-suited resume may never be seen by the recruiter if the formatting doesn’t match exactly what is expected… as dictated by the human setting up the ATS… 
Posted in Corporate America, Infographic, job search, recruiting, resume, workforce, young professional
Tagged infographic, job advice, job search, resume, young professionals
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You Write Like a Girl! 5 Ways Women Sell Themselves Short When Writing
When I read resumes, cover letters, and performance evaluations, I am struck by how differently we use language when describing women.
A man and a woman can hold the same role, but where a man simply achieved, a woman “worked hard to achieve.” He led; she “took on a leadership role.”By the time I’m done reading, I’m convinced that he deserves the job, promotion, or raise he is seeking. To her, I just want to give a pat on the head and a gold star.
“I worked hard” “I am passionate about so and so” doesn’t cut it. As you review your resume or cover letter, ask yourself these five questions to help you determine whether you’re selling yourself short:
Posted in Career Advice, Corporate America, cover letter, resume, workforce, young professional
Tagged career advice, job advice, resume, young professionals
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I Ripped My Pants! (Or, Be Yourself in the Workplace)
To a certain extent, I’m sort of a creeper at work; I observe people all the time.
That’s my thing. I watch and I listen and I realize how ridiculously crazy people are most of the time while they’re at work.
Many feel they need to put on some kind of front while at work… they can’t be themselves. Instead, they have to be perfect. ALWAYS…
4 Tips for Surviving a Stressful Company Culture
We really believe there is a happy job out there for everyone.
At the same time, we know that sometimes you just need a job – which may mean you wind up at a company with a not-so-great culture. It’s, of course, best to avoid hiring on with a company with a negative culture in the first place. But what do you do if, out of ignorance or necessity, you find yourself in a negative work environment? Here’s what you can do:
Posted in Career Advice, Corporate America, young professional
Tagged company culture, work stress, young professionals
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8 Drawbacks to Working in a Cubicle [Infographic]
The “cube farm”. Your “cubi-cell”. Many of us have found (or will soon find) ourselves a denizen of cubicle life; that quasi-private, yet well-trafficked home away from home. Ever find yourself frustrated by your life in a cubicle?
Check out this light-hearted graphic from EQA that will help you laugh off the idiosyncrasies of working in that little cube. See how many you can relate to… and let us know, below in the Comments, your own cubicle idiosyncrasies you’ve encountered.
Posted in Career, Career Advice, Corporate America, Infographic, workforce, young professional
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When Send Isn’t Your Friend: 5 Awkward Reply-all Blunders
There’s nothing like a good, accidental “reply all” blunder to make your stomach sink, heart race and make you curse like a sailor.
If this sounds all too familiar, prepare to feel a little bit better. Sit back, grab some refreshments and browse through these hilarious *whoops*moments!
Posted in Career, Career Advice, Corporate America, young professional
Tagged career blunders, email, humor, office humor, reply all
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