During an economic downturn, one of the first things companies do to cut costs is reduce staff. The financial impact of the new coronavirus is being felt globally across industries as many companies and small businesses are forced to close …
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As companies move to remote work to fight the coronavirus pandemic and an increasing number of workers are being laid off or furloughed, you might be wondering if you should continue to send out resumes or just assume that no …
UCLA Extension Students: Career Advising Sessions are available through web-based 1-1 meetings.
Email careers@uclaextension.edu to schedule an appointment.
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We don’t need to explain that it’s an unprecedented moment. While remote work has been steadily increasing over time, our current situation is a whole new ballgame with entire workforces going remote overnight. We’re sure you’ve seen the usual work-from-home …
Baby Boomers are staying in the labor force and working later in life at rates not seen in generations for their age, according to Pew Research Center. By 2024, 25% of the American workforce will be made up of workers …
Does it feel like you’re never getting a promotion at your job? While it’s normal for your career to slow down from time to time, it’s also important to be aware of the signs that the stagnation isn’t temporary.
Why …
Vicki Tung, now the head of campus recruiting at Goldman Sachs, started at the firm right out of college. But despite spending her entire career thus far at Goldman Sachs, she’s had a winding career path. She’s worked in many …
What Format is Best for Work and Project Dates on a Resume and How Can I Improve My Resume Document?
Robert from Springfield College asks:
“When putting end dates on a resume, would you put the end of a contract date or put the date you stopped working at the establishment if they are different dates?”
Thanks for your question, …
Back by popular demand, allow me to (re)introduce the #IdealistCareersTryThis Challenge!
In January of 2019 (remember that?!) over 600 members of the Idealist Careers community committed to complete one career-related challenge each month for the first five months of the …
I have spent over 7 years providing career coaching to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as alumni. Now, I serve as a Recruitment & Onboarding Specialist at a national nonprofit. Being on the other side of the table allows …
