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Considerations for Switching Jobs in the Same Company
If an internal promotion or move to a different team at work is an option as part of your career development, here are four things to think about.
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Six Steps to a Great LinkedIn Profile
To further your career, you’ll need to create a LinkedIn profile as a tool for networking and job searching. But how do you make sure to use LinkedIn effectively? Here are six tips.
How to Write about Soft Skills on Your Résumé
When most people think of their résumé, they think of things like work history and education and workplace skills. But many people leave off soft skills that most employers say are just as important as the day-to-day tasks. Here's how to include them.
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Volunteering at Goodwill®: Ways to Get Involved
While Goodwill can help you connect to volunteer opportunities at a variety of organizations in your area, you may also choose to volunteer directly at one of our career centers, retail stores or other locations. Read more to learn how and where you can help out and gain valuable job experience.
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How to Be Your Own Best Advocate
While specific job skills and talent play a huge role in workplace success, a less talked about skill – self-advocacy – can lead to greater job satisfaction and higher compensation. Here's how to advocate for your own success.
How to Learn One New Thing Every Day
Learning doesn’t have to end just because you aren’t engaged in a formal training or education program. Committing to learning one new thing in your field each day can not only help keep your brain sharp, but also improve your awareness of the latest industry trends.
Where to Find Financial Aid for School
So you’ve decided to apply to a degree or training program—congratulations on making the commitment to improving your long-term career and financial stability! One of the next steps to take after applying for the program is to seek out financial aid opportunities.
Techniques to Grow on the Job
When starting a new job, most people expect that they’ll have a bit of a learning curve before getting comfortable and eventually excelling. But the learning doesn’t end there. Growing on the job is part of having a job—the trick is to grow quickly, developing to fit the position and performing its duties as accurately and thoroughly as possible.
Five Questions About Health Care Benefits Answered
If you haven’t selected an insurance plan before, you may be confused about where to start. Listed below are the answers to five common questions about choosing a health care plan.
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Managing Finances if You Have an Irregular Income
You may have faced weeks and months when it was difficult to make ends meet. With a little planning and some discipline, you can take the guesswork out of paying bills on time and saving for the future.
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Direct Deposit, a Smart and Easy Way to Protect Your Paycheck
Direct deposit—or the electronic transfer of your paycheck from your employer directly into your personal checking or savings account—is a smart idea for several reasons.
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