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Tips for Getting a Job When You Have a Criminal Record

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I wrote the following story on how those with a criminal record can get a job, but these tips apply to any job seeker -- highlight transferable skills, network and be prepared to talk about what you can bring to an employer.

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5 Tips for Starting a New Job Remotely

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Many companies have been great about keeping their job commitments to new hires or even interns in the midst of a global pandemic. The problem is that many new employees are starting their new positions from their kitchen table instead of the building where the employer resides because companies are still following work-from-home policies.

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3 Tips for Writing a Better Cover Letter

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But with a few tips, you'll soon be on your way to writing a cover letter that will help you get your foot in the door. It needs to spark the interest of the employer and show a little of your personality and why you're drawn to the job or the industry. That's a tall order, I know. Remember: Don't be repetitive.

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Tips for Preparing for a Job Interview

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The worst mistake you can make in a job interview is trying to "wing it." Whatever you do, don't walk into the room unprepared. No matter your level of experience or the skills you possess, interviewing well requires preparation and practice, and those who are willing to do the work are much more likely to receive a job offer.

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3 Tips for Writing an Appreciation Letter

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When you're in a job search -- or land a new job -- one of the key ingredients for your career is to make sure you write letters of appreciation. These letters should be written to those who have given you recommendations -- either in writing or via phone calls to potential employers -- and to anyone else who has helped you along the way.

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Tips for Women Re-entering the Workplace

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Traditionally, employment gaps on resumes have been a source of concern to hiring managers. Some recruiters assumed that people with resume gaps might be bad employees or undesirable — and therefore unhireable — for some other reason. Even for women who took time off to raise children, employment gaps could spell trouble during a job search.

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Project Puts Productivity Tips to the Test

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On the other hand, Bailey found there were several productivity tips that were valuable: Med i tation. Research shows there is “absolutely no difference in socioeconomic standing between someone who is an early riser and someone who is a night owl – we are all wired differently, and one routine is not inherently better than another.”