6 Ways Your Resume Should Differ from Your LinkedIn Profile

Although your resume and LinkedIn profile are both important job-search tools, they serve slightly different purposes and are read by slightly different audiences under different conditions. As a result, they should never be identical.

Here, we explore the difference between

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LinkedIn Mistakes to Avoid—Learn from Mine!

LinkedIn is a necessary evil. You need a profile, and it should be pristine. You probably already know this. I myself have often touted the importance of LinkedIn on this blog.

Which is why I'm ashamed to admit that my …

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How to Write a Cover Letter | 10 Tips for Getting Noticed

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The. Dreaded. Cover. Letter.

We all hope to find ways to stand out during our job search, and how best to convey “I’m perfect for this job!” to prospective employers. We also know that taking the …

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The Benefits of Being Bilingual

Bilingualism, or the ability to speak two or more languages fluently, can be a huge asset for job seekers. As a 2017 report by New American Economy discovered, the need for bilingual workers in the United States more than doubled …

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How to Find Organizations Committed to DEI Values

Most social-impact organizations today express a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

The National Council of Nonprofits encourages organizations to not only articulate their values, but to be guided by them and to integrate them into their daily operations. …

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A Step-by-Step Guide For Making Employee Testimonials That Attract Top Talent

Developing effective business strategies includes the implementation of various practices that help with business growth. The future of any business largely depends on the talent it has under its wing. The higher the quality of employees, the greater the chance …

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On-Campus Work Can Open the Door to Your Professional Career!

Even entry level positions often require previous experience as part of their requirements for candidates applying. On and off campus jobs offer you the opportunity to expose yourself to experiential learning for the first time and begin building up the …

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Where can I go with a Business Communication Degree?

The world of business communication is vast and diverse. There are a multitude of different industries and functions you can explore with your degree. Gleaning insight into the different career paths available can help you better understand what you can …

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Project vs. People Management: What’s the difference?

We know most students associate management with leadership, but there are actually many ways management roles can manifest within the business space. An easy way to break this down is into two distinct types of management: project management and people …

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What can you do with your management degree?

Surprise! Did you know you have been asking the wrong question? It is not about what you can do with your management major, but rather is about identifying what you want to do, and then how you leverage your major …

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