The pros and cons of including hobby-related skills on resumes
Which types of hobby-related skills are most relevant to highlight for professional roles?
Jobicy Community
Community Q&A
Practical career questions, experience-based answers, and useful perspectives from the Jobicy community.
1,087 Questions
7,967 Answers
2,549 Comments
Can I benchmark my salary expectations for a hybrid role?
What are the best resources to research salary benchmarks for hybrid (remote and onsite) positions in my industry? How can I incorporate this salary data into my negotiation strategy to...
What role does virtual reality (VR) or the metaverse realistically play in the future of remote work?
There’s a lot of hype around VR/metaverse for work. Beyond virtual meetings, what are the plausible, near-term applications that could actually improve remote collaboration, training, or team building? Or is...
The pros and cons of remote work versus in-office tech roles
I’m applying for several software engineering positions right now, and I’m seeing a lot of companies offering fully remote roles while others insist on being in-office. I’m confused about how...
How do I prepare my resume for roles with frequent travel?
What key skills and experiences should be emphasized on a resume when targeting positions that require extensive travel? How can I frame my past travel or remote work experiences to...
The pros and cons of pursuing a career in video game sound design
On one hand, it sounds like a dream job for someone who loves both audio and interactive media, but on the other, I wonder about the challenges like long hours...
Why is having office aquariums considered beneficial at work?
I’ve noticed some companies invest in aquariums as part of their office setup, and I’m curious about the reasoning behind it. Do fish tanks actually help improve employee mood or...
Can you run office cooking classes to boost team collaboration?
Can you share practical steps and ideas for planning and running an inclusive office cooking class or virtual cook-along that boosts team collaboration and morale without breaking the budget?
Should I prioritize company culture or salary when choosing a job?
The other pays less but promotes a collaborative and supportive environment, which I value a lot. I worry that choosing the higher salary might affect my job satisfaction in the...
Which is the best way to research company culture before interviews?
What strategies can professionals use to evaluate a potential employer’s culture before job interviews? How can this research improve a candidate’s preparation and questions during the interview process?
How do I evaluate which project management app suits my team’s needs?
I want something that fits our team’s workflow but also isn’t overwhelming or too limited. How should I weigh features like simplicity, integrations, and cost? It would be great to...
What are effective strategies to boost resilience at work?
I often feel overwhelmed by work stress and want to build stronger resilience. Finding practical ways to stay composed and adapt under pressure would really help me maintain a healthy...
Why do some film editors prefer freelance over staff positions?
I’ve recently completed a few projects as a freelance film editor and now have an offer to join a production company as a full-time staff editor. Freelancing gives me flexibility...
How can freelancers protect their earnings from tax audits?
Freelancers often face complex tax regulations and audits. Please help