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How to Actually Tailor Your Resume

October 11, 2024 by crystal

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Everyone says you should tailor your resume to increase your chances of getting a job interview. But rarely does anyone explain HOW to actually tailor your resume. I’m a career coach and a writer — and I’m here to change that! The goals for tailoring your resume The first thing to know is that a […]

Filed Under: Job Search, Resume Tagged With: job search, resume

Steps to Help You Find Your First Job in a New Field

April 18, 2024 by crystal

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Finding your first job in a new field is tough when you don’t have experience or connections yet. Career changers exploring new industries, newcomers seeking work in unfamiliar territory, and new grads trying to launch a career – don’t give up! This article is for you. Read on for steps that will help you get […]

Filed Under: Cover Letter, Interview, Job Search, Networking, Resume Tagged With: career change, imposter syndrome, job search, networking

Cover Letter Template: Show your amazing fit in 3 paragraphs

December 13, 2023 by crystal

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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 […]

Filed Under: Cover Letter, Job Search Tagged With: cover letter, job search

Results From Trying Career Coaching for the First Time

October 31, 2023 by crystal

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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 […]

Filed Under: Career Direction, Job Search Tagged With: career change, career exploration, job search

22 Ways You Can Ask For Help With Your Job Search

September 25, 2023 by crystal

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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 […]

Filed Under: Community, Job Search, Networking Tagged With: job search, networking

Give Your Imposter Syndrome a Big Hug

June 19, 2023 by crystal

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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 […]

Filed Under: Job Search, Self-Care Tagged With: imposter syndrome

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