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Avoid ‘Reply All’ and Other Advice to New Grads

By Richard A. Moran The following is an imaginary commencement address to graduates about to work. Wear sunscreen. Those two words were Mary Schmich’s contribution to the ever-growing body of work called Commencement Addresses...

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New Grads: Where to Find Experience for Your First Resume

Just graduated? Congratulations. We laud you for your hard work. What’s next? Well, as the Big Lebowski said to the Dude: My advice is to do what your parents did: get a job. And if employment is your aim, drafting a resume...

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Manager Explains Why He’s Ignoring Your Resume

A recent reddit post by a person purporting to be a manager who is in the process of filling an entry-level administrative position provides some great insight into why some resumes get passed over. Here are some things to think...

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20 Companies that Give Employees Opportunities to Grow

When it comes to being happy at work, perceived growth opportunity is a key factor. We want employers who encourage our professional development, and who give us room to grow within the organization. When we start feeling stuck...

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How to Sell Your Elephant Using Social Media

A few months ago, I taught my Father how to use social media. My father is a builder, and while the concepts and communication philosophies that lie behind Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram still elude him (“But I don’t want...

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Resume Tip Tuesday: Writing an Eye-Catching Summary Statement

Welcome to Resume Tip Tuesday! Come to CareerBliss every Tuesday for a brand new resume tip to help you in your job search! If you’re going to have a summary statement – make it short, punchy and holistic. A lot of job...

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Job Interview: Cast Yourself as the Hero in Your Career Story

No matter what the genre, almost all popular movies follow the same basic premise:  hero wants the girl, hero works to get the girl, hero gets the girl. This basic story formula works in movies because it lets us vicariously...

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How to Turn Fierce Competition into Fruitful Collaboration

Have a professional rival? Try turning that fierce competition into fruitful collaboration. Just imagine: You can stop constantly comparing your achievements to his. You’ll no longer feel threatened or jealous by his unique...

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3 Lessons on Professional Reinvention from ‘The Great Gatsby’

Director Baz Luhrmann’s highly-anticipated adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby hits theaters today, and we are excited to see how he brings the timeless story back to life! A lot can be learned about professional...

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CareerBliss Career Guide: Internships

Internships are a great way to explore career options, get real-world experience, bolster your network and more. And having a stellar internship or two on your resume can put you ahead of the pack when it comes to finding a job...

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