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[Featured Image] A recent college graduate sits at a computer and prepares their resume to enter the tech job market as a data analyst.

7 In-Demand Tech Job Market Careers

Learn more about the tech job market as well as high-paying opportunities in the field with this helpful guide.

April 5, 2024

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[Featured Image] A head chef combines food in a commercial kitchen after learning about California jobs in demand and applying their training and passion for culinary arts.

10 California Jobs in Demand Right Now

Discover 10 California careers in demand across a variety of employment sectors.

April 5, 2024

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[Featured Image] A young person sits in a kitchen with a tablet and volunteers with a senior citizen to help improve their service orientation skills.

What Is Service Orientation?

Explore service orientation and the ways it can manifest in your personal and professional life, including increased social awareness, an emphasis on customer service, or practicing service leadership.

April 4, 2024

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[Featured Image] A recent college graduate sits at a computer and prepares their resume to enter the tech job market as a data analyst.

7 In-Demand Tech Job Market Careers

Learn more about the tech job market as well as high-paying opportunities in the field with this helpful guide.

April 5, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A head chef combines food in a commercial kitchen after learning about California jobs in demand and applying their training and passion for culinary arts.

10 California Jobs in Demand Right Now

Discover 10 California careers in demand across a variety of employment sectors.

April 5, 2024

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Top courses for career development

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Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Coaching, Accountability, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Client Support, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Relationship Management, Talent Pipelining, Needs Assessment, Employee Onboarding, Empathy, Gap Analysis, Goal Setting, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Adaptability

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Microsoft

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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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[Featured Image] A man using a computer learns how to list his degree on his resume.

How to List Your Degree on Your Resume

Having your education on your resume is an important way to showcase yourself and your background. Find out what to include, where to list it, and how to present it.

April 4, 2024

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[Featured Image] A graduate stands in their cap and gown, holding a rolled scroll and wondering, “Do jobs ask for proof of a degree?” and if so, how they should provide that proof.

Do Jobs Ask for Proof of Degree?

Whether you have a degree, have completed some college but didn't graduate, or are currently working towards a degree, you may be wondering, “Do jobs ask for proof of degree?” Explore the answer to that question and more.

April 4, 2024

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[Featured Image] A young dark-haired physician assistant, working in one of the jobs in demand in Florida, smiles and hands a pen and paperwork to a dark-haired patient.

Jobs in Demand in Florida: Your 2026 Guide

New job opportunities are emerging as Florida’s population continues to grow, with new residents moving to the state. Find out if you have skills that are in demand in Florida’s workforce, and learn more about where you can work with your skills.

April 2, 2024

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[Featured Image] A person checks their phone in their new home for job openings after moving without a job.

Your 2026 Guide to Moving Without a Job

Being prepared can make the process of moving without a job much easier. Let these tips guide you before and after a move to make the transition smoother.

April 2, 2024

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[Featured Image] A person hands their resume to a potential employer during a job interview and wonders if they are overqualified for a job.

What to Do If You Are Overqualified for a Job

Learn what it means to be overqualified for a job and how to counter negative assumptions that come with it.

March 20, 2024

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[Featured Image] Social influence at work: An influencer videos content on a smartphone, holding up a handbag and matching belt for the camera.

What Is Social Influence?

Social influence is a well-studied concept often applied to leadership roles and in the marketing and advertising industry. Explore social influence and its professional uses to see how you can use this concept to your advantage.

March 19, 2024

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[Featured Image] A business professional is using analytical thinking as they read a document at their workspace.

What Is Analytical Thinking and How Can You Improve It?

Learn why analytical thinking is important and how it differs from critical and creative thinking. Explore some good-paying jobs for analytical thinkers, and find out how you can improve your analytical thinking skills.

March 14, 2024

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[Featured Image] A store employee enjoys working with a customer due to intrinsic motivation.

What Is Intrinsic Motivation?

Learn how intrinsic motivation can improve employee well-being while also driving organizational success.

March 7, 2024

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[Featured Image] Three smiling multiracial professionals sitting at a table taking notes on paper and laptops.

7 Effective Note-Taking Methods

Do you want to take better notes? Explore seven effective note-taking methods, including the Cornell method, the sentence method, the outlining method, the charting method, the mapping method, the flow-based method, and the rapid logging method.

March 4, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A young person sits in a kitchen with a tablet and volunteers with a senior citizen to help improve their service orientation skills.

What Is Service Orientation?

Explore service orientation and the ways it can manifest in your personal and professional life, including increased social awareness, an emphasis on customer service, or practicing service leadership.

April 4, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A man using a computer learns how to list his degree on his resume.

How to List Your Degree on Your Resume

Having your education on your resume is an important way to showcase yourself and your background. Find out what to include, where to list it, and how to present it.

April 4, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A graduate stands in their cap and gown, holding a rolled scroll and wondering, “Do jobs ask for proof of a degree?” and if so, how they should provide that proof.

Do Jobs Ask for Proof of Degree?

Whether you have a degree, have completed some college but didn't graduate, or are currently working towards a degree, you may be wondering, “Do jobs ask for proof of degree?” Explore the answer to that question and more.

April 4, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A young dark-haired physician assistant, working in one of the jobs in demand in Florida, smiles and hands a pen and paperwork to a dark-haired patient.

Jobs in Demand in Florida: Your 2026 Guide

New job opportunities are emerging as Florida’s population continues to grow, with new residents moving to the state. Find out if you have skills that are in demand in Florida’s workforce, and learn more about where you can work with your skills.

April 2, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A person checks their phone in their new home for job openings after moving without a job.

Your 2026 Guide to Moving Without a Job

Being prepared can make the process of moving without a job much easier. Let these tips guide you before and after a move to make the transition smoother.

April 2, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A person hands their resume to a potential employer during a job interview and wonders if they are overqualified for a job.

What to Do If You Are Overqualified for a Job

Learn what it means to be overqualified for a job and how to counter negative assumptions that come with it.

March 20, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] Social influence at work: An influencer videos content on a smartphone, holding up a handbag and matching belt for the camera.

What Is Social Influence?

Social influence is a well-studied concept often applied to leadership roles and in the marketing and advertising industry. Explore social influence and its professional uses to see how you can use this concept to your advantage.

March 19, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A business professional is using analytical thinking as they read a document at their workspace.

What Is Analytical Thinking and How Can You Improve It?

Learn why analytical thinking is important and how it differs from critical and creative thinking. Explore some good-paying jobs for analytical thinkers, and find out how you can improve your analytical thinking skills.

March 14, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A store employee enjoys working with a customer due to intrinsic motivation.

What Is Intrinsic Motivation?

Learn how intrinsic motivation can improve employee well-being while also driving organizational success.

March 7, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] Three smiling multiracial professionals sitting at a table taking notes on paper and laptops.

7 Effective Note-Taking Methods

Do you want to take better notes? Explore seven effective note-taking methods, including the Cornell method, the sentence method, the outlining method, the charting method, the mapping method, the flow-based method, and the rapid logging method.

March 4, 2024

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