In part 3 of our blog series on stackable credentials, we will delve deeper into the world of stackable credentials with an overview of Google’s Business certificate programs. Business stackable credentials have become prevalent as individuals seek to enhance their skills to enter or advance their careers in the industry. Google's five business certificate programs include: Google Project Management, Google Digital Marketing & E-Commerce, Google Data Analytics, Google Business Intelligence, and Google Advanced Data Analytics. This blog will provide an overview of these five certificates and best practices for completion. Join us for part 3 of this 3-part blog series as we further explore the stackable credential world and see how they can be essential to new opportunities.
Category: Job and Career Advice
Preparing and Implementing Effective Interviewing Strategies for Justice-Involved Citizens
This blog covers interview strategies that are beneficial to formerly incarcerated individuals. It can be daunting to think about ways in which to discuss highly stigmatized realities like past imprisonment, but it is not impossible. Being introspective and prepared can both help you to identify creative ways to share these hard truths in a way that won’t hurt your chances of getting hired. To learn more, keep reading.
Securing a Bright Career Future: 10 Key Factors to Consider
There are many factors to consider when embarking on a new career path or job search. Considering your needs, priorities, and motivations is essential to this process. This blog will review 10 key factors to help you conduct thorough research and consider long-term career goals to make informed decisions with the goal of a bright future.
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Informational Interviewing: what is it and how can you use it?
This blog covers informational interviewing and its benefits. Informational interviewing is a great way to find out the specifics surrounding a particular job. If you are interested in learning more about what this skill is and how to utilize it, keep reading!
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Start or Advance Your Career With Stackable Google Career Certificates: Google IT Certificates – Part II
In part 2 of our blog series on stackable credentials, we will delve deeper into the world of stackable credentials with an overview of Google’s IT certificate programs. IT stackable credentials have become prevalent as individuals seek to enhance their skills to enter or advance their careers in the industry. Google's four IT certificate programs, IT Support, Cybersecurity, UX Design, and Automation with Python, are fantastic opportunities to stack IT credentials. This blog will provide an overview of these four certificates and best practices for completion. Join us for part 2 of this 3-part blog series as we further explore the stackable credential world and see how they can be essential to new opportunities.
Skills-Based Hiring for Justice-Involved Citizens
This blog covers the emergence of skills-based hiring and how it benefits job seekers with criminal backgrounds. What is skills-based hiring? What are alternative credentials? To learn more, keep reading.
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What Are Stackable Credentials, and Why Are They Beneficial?
This career blog dives into the fascinating world of stackable credentials and the vast benefits that can result from pursuing them. In the ever-changing job market, stackable credentials can be essential for individuals looking to start or advance their careers. What are stackable credentials? What are the benefits of stackable credentials? Join us for part 1 of this 3-part blog series as we explore the stackable credential world and see how they can be the key to new opportunities.
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Need a Job? Consider Attending a Virtual Career Fair
Terrence from Detroit, MI, asks, “I saw an ad on Yahoo! the other day for a virtual career fair. I really like some of the companies participating but have never gone to a career fair like this – is that even right? Do you 'go' to virtual career fairs? Any tips for someone who’s never attended one of these?”
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How To Highlight Your Job Experience in a Resume
Job experience is one of the most important components of a resume. This is where prospective employers look to learn just how well-qualified you are for the job. If you need to write a resume, there are a few key things to know about this component of the process.
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Six Types of Pay Raises You Can Receive
To be successful in getting a raise or promotion, you must know when the time is right, and you must ask and negotiate properly. Employers give pay raises for a number of common reasons. Keep these types of raises in mind when you’re considering asking for an increase.
INTERVIEWING 101: INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
Congratulations! You’ve made it to the interview stage of the hiring process. Taking some time to think through how you might respond to potential interview questions will help you feel prepared and confident the first time you meet your prospective supervisor and coworkers.
The Three P’s of Networking
“It’s not what you know, it’s who you know. Network, network, network.” You’ve heard it all before, right? So what does it mean to network… and to do a good job of it? Today I’ll take a look at the three P’s of networking: purpose, people, and process.
