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The decision to take on doctoral studies is a big commitment for those seeking academic pursuits. Writing a dissertation and getting its acceptance is one of the most significant milestones for doctoral students. Dissertations demand constant revisions, impeccable formatting, and style compliance. It can be time-consuming and intimidating under tight…
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Outplacement is a benefit offered to separating employees as part of the severance package by employers to help them find new employment. Employers usually sponsor this benefit through a specialist outplacement service. The outplacement provider assists the affected staff in significant aspects of job hunting, such as career assessments, resume…
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Some employees and job seekers feel anxious and overwhelmed when thinking of salary negotiations. Many would prefer leaving their current employment rather than negotiating for a raise. This fear of negotiating is often the result of emotions around the fear of rejection. These job seekers and employees are afraid of…
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Layoffs are extremely challenging in any company, with RIFs causing emotional turmoil to the affected employees. For this reason, caring organizations offer outplacement services to mitigate the impact of layoff. Outplacement services help terminated staff with career advising and associated services, so these employees obtain suitable employment and other benefits.…
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As a career coach, I often speak with current and prospective clients who feel stuck in their careers. This career discontent often stems from a lack of passion, clarity, and direction. For these reasons, many job seekers and employees ponder the idea of changing careers. Unfortunately, many of these prospective…
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Searching for a job in your current career is exciting. Not only are you experienced, but confident due to all the skills you have gained over the years. However, changing careers is a different ball game altogether. Regardless of your reason for a career change, here are some tips to…
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You must ace your interviews to get hired, whether you are re-entering the workforce, a fresh graduate, or looking to advance your career. Unfortunately, the interview process brings added stress, even for experienced job seekers. In addition, it is challenging to assess your performance as a job seeker to determine…
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Organizations sometimes grapple with the thought of layoffs or reduction in force (RIF) for numerous reasons. Some reasons may be financially-motivated, while others may be performance-based. Whatever the reason, the impacted employees face challenges accepting, coping, and recovering from the emotional turmoil and impact of a job loss. However, there…
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So you are shortlisted for the interview, and now it’s your chance to convince the interviewers why they should hire you. However, the catch is, you may be competing with a hundred other candidates who will try their best to impress the employer. So you need to prepare for the…
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The job search process can be complex and often frustrating. The competition is fierce, and you need to keep up with the latest professional trends to be shortlisted, let alone be selected. If you are unsure about how to look for a job effectively or are currently job hunting, or…
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If you are applying for a job within the U.S. federal sector, you must equip yourself with a well-written, keyword-optimized, and adequately targeted federal resume. Your federal resume must be customized to meet the hiring needs of federal recruiters and hiring managers. To ensure your success, you must hire an…
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If you are applying for a job within the U.S. federal government, you need to equip yourself with a well-written and compelling federal resume to ensure your success. A well-written federal resume is customized to meet the needs of federal HR professionals, recruiters, and hiring managers. Federal resumes are very…
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