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18 Career Goals for 2025 That Will Make This Your Best Year Yet

As the end of the year approaches, it’s natural to reflect on everything you’ve accomplished over the past 12 months. Maybe you landed a new job, took on a big project at work, or even started thinking about a career …

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7 Highest Paying Skilled Trades For Top Earning Potential

Are you looking for a career that offers high earning potential? Skilled trades are a great option, with most workers earning above average wages for their level of experience. In fact the top 7 highest paying skilled trades are all …

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The Different Types of Medical Careers – and Which One is Right for You

Introduction: Careers in Medicine

So, you’re interested in pursuing a medical degree! Whether you’re drawn to the fast-paced environment of emergency medicine, the intricacies of surgical procedures, the continuous care provided in family practice, or something else entirely, the medical …

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Industries expected to hire the most construction and skilled labor workers in 2025

As is the case with many industries, the hiring demand for those in construction and skilled labor trades ebbs and flows. It is strong in some years and in some markets, weak in others. But what do experts foresee happening …

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3 Fastest Growing Green Jobs for Career Switchers and Recent Grads

The time for urgent change is needed in order to reverse the damage that’s been inflicted on the environment. Leading climate scientists have warned that we’re just decades away from extreme droughts, floods, heat, and rises in sea levels. Currently, we’re …

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How to Write a Nursing Resume (With Expert Advice!)

Putting together a nursing resume can be tough—it’s a competitive field, and you need to make your skills and qualifications stand out from the crowd. While some elements are consistent across the board (e.g. having your name, contact info, and …

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Interview Body Language: 8 Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make

The success of an interview doesn’t just depend on what you say; it also matters how you say it and the non-verbal cues you give. Even if you spent hours perfecting your resume and preparing answers to common questions, the …

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How to Write Your Expected Graduation Date on Your Resume (with Examples)

Crafting the perfect resume is no easy task—especially if you’re still in school and wondering how to handle your almost-there-but-not-quite-yet graduation date. Should you mention it? How should you list it? And can it help you land an internship or

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