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Category: Career Change

Read our career change articles and learn more about how to reinvent your career. From writing a functional resume to networking to interviewing, we've got it all

  • Navigating a Career Change: How to Successfully Transition to a New Industry

    Navigating a career change is both exhilarating and daunting. The excitement of starting something fresh is palpable, but the uncertainty of venturing into the unknown can easily overshadow it. As the workforce continues to evolve, more people are finding themselves contemplating — or actively pursuing — a shift into a new industry. Whether driven by…

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  • Best Career Change Resume Template

    Whether you’ve been a circus performer, a tax auditor, or an underwater basket weaver (this career actually exists, I swear), it’s time to translate your unique past into a language that your future employer not only understands but loves. If you are considering a career change, you're not alone. A recent article by the World…

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  • How to Make a Career Change in Your 40s

    Looking for tips on how to make a career change in your 40s? You're not alone! Many people find themselves at a crossroads in their professional lives as they enter their 40s. Whether you're looking for a new challenge, seeking better work-life balance, or pursuing a passion, a career change can be a fulfilling and…

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  • 4 Steps to Create a Dynamic Career Change Cover Letter

    Writing a career change cover letter can be tough. Especially if you're actually targeting your letters to every single job (this is what I recommend doing, by the way)! Then add in a major career switch and it might seem darn near impossible. You might be wondering how you can write a strong, targeted letter…

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  • Best Functional Resume Example for a Career Change

    Are you considering a career change? Crafting a functional resume can be a powerful tool to make a compelling case for your skills and abilities, especially when transitioning into a new field. In this blog post, we will explore the best functional resume example for a career change that will help you stand out in…

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  • How Hiring a Career Coach Can Benefit Your Career

    You might be wondering if hiring a career coach is right for you. What type of outcomes can you expect? Does it guarantee you will land a job quickly? These are common questions I get asked by clients who inquire about our career coaching services. Read on to find out why or why not you…

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  • Why Hire a Resume Writer?

    Why hire a resume writer? After all, you can presumably type information onto a standard Word or Google document. The only other thing you need is a fairly good recollection of your career history and greatest strengths and achievements and decent writing skills. A caffeinated beverage is also a plus.This is where many job seekers…

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  • How to Write a Killer Functional Resume in 2022

    Thinking of using a functional resume style? It's important to not only understand why you should use a functional resume format, but also how to write a functional resume to land an interview. In this article, I'll outline why you might want to use a functional resume style as well as how to write a…

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