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No matter where you are in your career—just starting out, changing paths, or leveling up—we offer expert-backed resources to support your next move. Explore career guides on goal setting, job searching, resume writing, interview prep, and more.

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How Can You Advance Your Career? Growth Guide and Tips

Career advancement means moving forward professionally with better titles, skills, and pay. This guide covers its importance, how to set goals, plan your path, and take actionable steps to grow and seize opportunities for long-term career success.

July 21, 2022

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How to Write an Eye-Catching Job Application Email

Learn how to apply for a job via email and get attention for your unique professional story.

July 20, 2022

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How to Write a Standout Stay-at-Home Mom Resume (For Stay-at-Home Dads, Too!)

Learn how to integrate your time as a parent and discuss your transferable skills on your resume.

July 20, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Woman in an open office space smiles as she leans over a desk to share her new data findings with her colleague.

How Can You Advance Your Career? Growth Guide and Tips

Career advancement means moving forward professionally with better titles, skills, and pay. This guide covers its importance, how to set goals, plan your path, and take actionable steps to grow and seize opportunities for long-term career success.

July 21, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person wearing an orange turtleneck sits at home in front of a laptop, working on a job application email.

How to Write an Eye-Catching Job Application Email

Learn how to apply for a job via email and get attention for your unique professional story.

July 20, 2022

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Top courses for career development

Status: Preview

University of California, Santa Cruz

Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Goal Setting

4.9
Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
16 reviews

Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Status: Free Trial

Goodwill Industries International

Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Coaching, Accountability, Client Services, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Client Support, Workforce Development, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Active Listening, Talent Pipelining, Needs Assessment, Employee Onboarding, Empathy, Human Centered Design, Gap Analysis

Build toward a degree

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
452 reviews

Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Status: Free Trial

Macquarie University

Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Personal Development, Time Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Productivity, Cultural Sensitivity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Business Communication, Professional Development, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Lifelong Learning, Mental Health, Communication, Organizational Skills, Mindfulness

4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
2.8K reviews

Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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What Is Coursera?

Coursera is a global online learning platform that offers anyone, anywhere, access to online courses and degrees from leading universities and companies.

July 19, 2022

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Setting and Achieving Long-Term Career Goals (+ Examples)

Long-term career goals are the things you’d like to achieve in your professional life in the future. Learn about long-term career goals and how to create and pursue your own goals.

July 13, 2022

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Resume Sections: Key Categories and What to Include to Stand Out

Learn about which sections you should always include on your resume, and the supplemental ones that can help shape your unique professional story.

July 13, 2022

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Upskilling: What It Means and How It Can Help Your Career

Through upskilling, you'll build on skills you already have and fortify your expertise.

July 13, 2022

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Cover Letter Tips: How to Stand Out

Learn how to craft a cover letter that highlights your expertise while aligning with a company’s needs.

June 13, 2022

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Common Interview Questions for Managers + Tips to Prepare

Use these common interview questions for managers to prepare for your interview. We’ll share tips on what the recruiter is looking for when asking management interview questions, how you can answer them, and interview practice strategies.

June 10, 2022

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Top Skills to Put On Your Resume for Job Applications in 2026

A big part of building a successful job application is effectively using your resume to highlight your skills. Learn more about what skills to include (and how to include them) to make the most impact.

June 10, 2022

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How to Write a Cover Letter for an Internal Position

A cover letter can help give you a competitive edge as a candidate, even when you're applying for an internal position.

June 9, 2022

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23 Questions You Can Expect in a Final Interview

A final interview is usually one last opportunity to discuss your experience and skill set. Learn more about how to prepare so you're comfortable and confident.

June 7, 2022

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[Featured image] A stay-at-home parent with curly brown hair sits next to a young child, reading a storybook.

How to Write a Standout Stay-at-Home Mom Resume (For Stay-at-Home Dads, Too!)

Learn how to integrate your time as a parent and discuss your transferable skills on your resume.

July 20, 2022

Article

[Feature Image] After searching “What is Coursera,” a learner signs up for the online learning platform and selects courses to help prepare them for their career goals.

What Is Coursera?

Coursera is a global online learning platform that offers anyone, anywhere, access to online courses and degrees from leading universities and companies.

July 19, 2022

Article

[Featured image] An employee fulfills a long-term career goal by presenting a talk to their colleagues, standing in front of a whiteboard in an uncluttered meeting room while their coworkers listen around a conference table.

Setting and Achieving Long-Term Career Goals (+ Examples)

Long-term career goals are the things you’d like to achieve in your professional life in the future. Learn about long-term career goals and how to create and pursue your own goals.

July 13, 2022

Article

[Featured image] An abstract image showing a man's hands holding a resume while a person in a suit sits in front of him.

Resume Sections: Key Categories and What to Include to Stand Out

Learn about which sections you should always include on your resume, and the supplemental ones that can help shape your unique professional story.

July 13, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A professional businesswoman wearing headphones works on her computer on upskilling.

Upskilling: What It Means and How It Can Help Your Career

Through upskilling, you'll build on skills you already have and fortify your expertise.

July 13, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person in a light blue button-up shirt examines their cover letter.

Cover Letter Tips: How to Stand Out

Learn how to craft a cover letter that highlights your expertise while aligning with a company’s needs.

June 13, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a tan jacket and glasses is interviewing a candidate for a manager position.

Common Interview Questions for Managers + Tips to Prepare

Use these common interview questions for managers to prepare for your interview. We’ll share tips on what the recruiter is looking for when asking management interview questions, how you can answer them, and interview practice strategies.

June 10, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue jacket, red and white top, and glasses works on their resume.

Top Skills to Put On Your Resume for Job Applications in 2026

A big part of building a successful job application is effectively using your resume to highlight your skills. Learn more about what skills to include (and how to include them) to make the most impact.

June 10, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person in a black shirt and brown sweater reads over the cover letter for an internal position that's hiring.

How to Write a Cover Letter for an Internal Position

A cover letter can help give you a competitive edge as a candidate, even when you're applying for an internal position.

June 9, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A young person with glasses interviews with a worker sitting across the table.

23 Questions You Can Expect in a Final Interview

A final interview is usually one last opportunity to discuss your experience and skill set. Learn more about how to prepare so you're comfortable and confident.

June 7, 2022

Article

Whether starting your first job, exploring a new career path, or growing in your current role, the right advice will empower you to move forward with clarity and confidence. Discover career resources, tools, and guidance to support your professional journey:

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