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New Year, New Job: 5 Ways To Successfully Start Your New Job in 2022

Many of us are starting new jobs in 2022, myself included. Whether you’re starting something new or wanting to start your year off on the right foot, the first step in any good plan is to make goals, a pathway towards success and a system for tracking your progress. Here I outline five ways to successfully start your new job or revitalize your focus in your current role in 2022.

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How To Pick A College Major As A Freshman

When it comes to picking your major Freshman year in college, my first bit of advice is don’t. Unless your college/university requires you to, it’s better to wait. But if you have to, we cover four different ways to picking a college major to help you figure where you belong in college.

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What Writing LinkedIn Articles For 52 Weeks Has Taught Me

I set my sights on consistently writing valuable content that actually helped folks in the career journey. Whether they were working with me in a paid coaching partnership or not, I felt my writing was an authentic way of reaching people I’d never meet, work with or know. I wrote a LinkedIn article every single week for 52 weeks. This is what I learned.

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How To Use Canva to Create A Stand Out LinkedIn Profile Banner

No matter what theme or message you’re trying to convey through your LinkedIn banner, using Canva to create something unique will help you stand out. In this article, we cover how to use Canva to create a stand out LinkedIn profile banner. If you’ve never used Canva before, get ready to feel like a graphic designer!

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7 Best Online Sites To Find Gig Jobs As A Freelancer

Gig work is growing and sites making it easier to land jobs are everywhere. The sites listed in this article are great for a variety of gig workers in a wide array of fields and are sure to open some doors for the gig economist. If you’ve got a computer, an internet connection and will to work from anywhere in the world (or nature) this article is for you!

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How To Gain Leadership Experience In College or University

There are many ways to get leadership experience during college or university. Leadership experience looks great on any resume and is a great conversation topic at interviews. Here are a few ideas to get you thinking about ways you can gain leadership experience before you graduate.

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10 Reasons Why You’re Not Getting Responses To Your LinkedIn Messages

LinkedIn is a powerful networking tool when leveraged in a strategic and thoughtful way. If you’re like me, you’ve probably sent tons of messages to connections on LinkendIn and often don’t get many responses. Here are 10 reasons why you’re not getting responses to your LinkedIn messages and helpful tips and tricks to step up your LinkedIn message game.

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3 Steps To Bring You Closer To Your Dream Job

When it comes to getting started on your job search journey, a “one size fits all” approach doesn’t always work. Everyone’s path looks a little bit different, and that’s okay. No matter where you’re coming from, here are 3 steps to bring you closer to your dream job.

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How To Practice Self-Care During The Job Search

Finding a new job can be emotionally and physically exhausting. So slow down for a minute. Take a breath. You’re going to get through the sometimes grueling life challenge known as job searching. Here are a few ways you can practice self-care when job searching leaves your cup a little dry.

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A Real Career Coach's Honest Review of FlexJobs.com

FlexJobs.com is the #1 job site to find vetted remote, work from home, and flexible job opportunities since 2007. With the long lasting employment needs and wants shifts from the pandemic the last few years, it’s no wonder job seekers' appetite for work-from-anywhere roles are literally at the top of everyone’s dream list and FlexJobs.com is happy to serve up amazing opportunities people actually want. So what makes FlexJobs.com so unique compared to other job platforms? Let’s get into it.

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