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Category: Job Search

Biggest Interview Mistakes for Moms Returning to Work

Interviewing is stressful. Returning to the workforce after taking time away is stressful. I know because I've been there. Based my own painful experience, I want to make sure you know how to avoid the biggest interview mistakes for moms returning to work. You might find yourself second guessing your background. Or question your decision…
The Number One Secret to Interview Success
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Connect Your Interests & Personality to Your Ideal Flexible Job

The world has gone a little haywire recently (in case you haven't noticed), and you might find yourself needing a flexible, recession-proof job. You might have suffered a lay-off, or maybe you need to help supplement your family's income. Or perhaps you just want a job so you don't go completely bonkers. Regardless of your…
connect your interests and personality to flexible jobs
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Top Three Flexible, Online Jobs for Moms (with Kids at Home)

There are many types of online jobs, which are also referred to as remote jobs, flexible jobs, or work from home jobs. If you are a parent who is currently at home caring for kids full-time, flexibility is key. Luckily with technology there are SO many options these days in terms of flexible jobs for…
Flexible Online Jobs for Moms
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Top Five Resume Tips for Stay at Home Moms

Writing your resume as a stay at home mom can be an intimidating experience. I literally just went through the process of finding a flexible job after being a stay at home mom for almost six years. You also might be feeling extra stress given the health crisis. Or extra pressure to get a job…
Resume Tips for Stay at Home Moms
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Searching for a flexible job? These companies are hiring now!

Are you searching for a flexible job because of a recent lay-off? Or maybe you're just looking to pick up a side hustle while stuck inside the house. Either way, there are a few things to consider when searching for a flexible or remote job: See related: The Ultimate Guide to Writing a Resume Type…
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Five Tips for Working from Home With Kids

I just received news that I will be working from home with kids for god knows how long. My kid's schools will be closing starting Monday until at least the end of March. Also, I just literally started a new job earlier this week. I don't know whether to laugh or cry. Maybe a little…
How to work at home with kids during COVID
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How to Land a Job in the Hidden Job Market in 2023

Your new year's resolution is to find a new job, but where do you start? How can you quickly land a job in the hidden job market in 2023? Fortunately the internet has made it incredibly easy for job seekers to submit dozens of resumes online in a single day. Unfortunately, that means that dozens…
hidden job market
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The Ultimate Guide to Job Search

You're ready to start the job search process. But where exactly do you start? Do you simply turn on your computer and type in "find a job in ______" into the search window? Magically, 50 perfect jobs appear right before your eyes. You get your pick of those 50 opportunities and you wind up with…
How to find a job (Ultimate Guide)
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