How to Make Your CV Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market
In this article, we’ll discuss the key aspects of an effective CV and provide practical tips on how to make yours stand out.
Jobicy Journal · AuthorBarbara Best
Career Coach · Remote Work Evangelist - USA
Hi, I’m Barbara. With over 12 years of experience helping people pivot careers, I specialize in remote job strategies and personal branding. After spending a decade in corporate HR, I shifted focus to coaching mid-career professionals. I believe that work should fit into your life — not the other way around.
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As a business owner or manager, one of the most critical factors for the success of your organization is retaining the best employees.
How to Make Your Resume Stand Out: ATS, Examples & Remote Work Tips
Make your resume stand out with before-and-after bullet examples, ATS optimization, formatting guidance, remote-work templates, action verbs, and a final checklist.
How to Tell Your Boss You’re Quitting Without Burning a Bridge
Whether you’re leaving to pursue new opportunities or simply want a change of pace, it’s important to quit in a professional and respectful…
What are the Best Ways to Answer “Why do You Want This Job?”
The answer you give can make or break your chances of getting the job, so it's important to think carefully about your response.
How to Take Breaks to Boost Productivity
Taking breaks can actually boost our productivity and help us be more effective in the long run.
How To Prepare Your Company for a Recession or Economic Downturn
It’s important for companies to be prepared for the potential impacts of a recession, as this can help them weather the storm and…
Why You’re Bad at Job Interviews, and How to Fix It
In this article, we’ll explore some common reasons why people are bad at job interviews.
How to Write a Thank You Email After an Interview
Writing a good thank you email can set you apart from other candidates and leave a lasting impression on the interviewer.
How to ace that interview
Stay confident, avoid smart retorts and brush up on subject knowledge.
Tips to Face Job Interviews Confidently
We dread interviews and when we are scared, we bungle. Confidence and preparedness are the only two things that can help you keep…
What an Employer is Thinking During an Interview?
What we have here is a list of things that an employer is thinking while sitting in an interview. You will know exactly…
How to Stay Motivated During a Career Search
As you face difficulty in your career search, there are a few tips you can follow to stay motivated.
To Profile or Not to Profile – That is The Question
Should you employ some form of psychometric profiling in your recruitment process?