Should you include a cover letter with your job application? Yes! Your cover letter is a chance to stand out from the rest of the crowd. Just by including a cover letter, you’re already a few points ahead of those who didn’t. But let’s do even better than that. In this article, I’ll show you […]
Results From Trying Career Coaching for the First Time
If you’ve never tried career coaching before, it’s hard to know what to expect. And when you don’t know what to expect, it can feel scary to give career coaching a try. I get that! My name is Crystal Lee and I’ve been a career coach for over 10 years. I often hear people say […]
22 Ways You Can Ask For Help With Your Job Search
Job searching can be an isolating experience. Sitting by your computer browsing job boards in your pajamas isn’t necessarily the social event of the season. And when you get the 50th “thank you for your application” rejection note and there’s no one around you to vent to, it’s easy to feel frustrated, discouraged, and all […]
Want to get a response? Network like you’re human
You’ve heard all the benefits of networking and you’re ready to give it a try. You create a LinkedIn profile and finally hit “send” on your first message to someone with an intriguing career path. You wait eagerly for a response. But one day turns into one week, and two weeks later, your inbox is […]
Give Your Imposter Syndrome a Big Hug
If you’ve ever felt like you were a fake and was just lucky to be in a position, while everyone else knew exactly what they were doing and deserved their success, then you likely experienced imposter syndrome. What is imposter syndrome? Imposter syndrome isn’t just a bit of self doubt or humbleness. It has you […]
How to Write a Good Resume When You’ve Had Bad Experiences
Were you laid off? Did you experience a toxic workplace? Did you work a crummy job because your life circumstance at the time required it? If you’re trying to figure out how to talk about negative work experiences on your resume, do not fret. It is possible to write a good resume when you’ve had […]