In the age of social media, accessing industry influencers is essentially at your fingertips. You no longer have to jump through the traditional hoops of going through a manager or public relations representative. However, this does not mean it is easy to organize and execute collaborations. Some influencers get hundreds of direct messages a day […]
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Even during normal times, it’s common for people to struggle to disconnect from work in fear of falling behind. This might even be exacerbated with the pandemic forcing many companies to have their employees work from home. While working remotely comes with many added comforts, from the lack of commute to the privacy of your […]
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LinkedIn is a phenomenal networking tool and it’s a direct way to reach industry professionals when you’re in the market for a new job. A strong LinkedIn profile allows recruiters to gain insight, not only on your work experience, but your skills and personality. We’ve outlined five key ways to ensure your profile is expertly […]
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It’s hard to believe that we’ve been living in a pandemic for over half a year, and with no end in sight, companies continue to restructure, scale back and, simply put, downsize. While some of us have struggled to find remote work-life balance, many of us have struggled with the loss of work and the […]
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You’ve got the education, experience, and skills that your dream company is looking for. You check all the boxes and have the confidence that you’ll rock this new role. But even with all the qualifications on your side, there’s another major component that hiring managers are looking for: a candidate who fits the company culture. […]
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How long should you stay at a job? According to an article from Inc.com, 68% of millennials would stay at a job for three years, max – even if it’s with a company they like. Another 58% said that they’d leave even sooner. We’re taught to be hustlers in our careers, constantly looking for how […]
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Kids are natural dreamers, envisioning what life will look like one day, and for many of us this included what our fantasy job would be. As an adult, those dreams often fall by the wayside due to responsibilities and the reality that your perfect-scenario job is out of reach. While you might not become CEO […]
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We’re back with Style Nine to Five Founder, Christie Lohr, and the answers to her most frequently asked career questions. Part 1 covered changing industries, employment gaps, careers during COVID, salary negotiation, and advice for grads. Let’s check out five more popular Q&As that share Christie’s expertise. 1 – I have a decade of experience […]
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As a career expert, Style Nine to Five’s Founder, Christie Lohr, receives a constant stream of DM’s from her followers asking questions about their job searches. “I love hearing from people looking for advice, and I try to answer as many of their questions on my Instagram Stories, but I can’t get to them all!” […]
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Resumes 101 – listing your job experience and education will make up the main body of what you send out to hiring managers. Over the years, it’s become standard practice to also include your career objectives or a summary section. Next, you should definitely mention your “hard skills,” like your knowledge of pattern making, coding, […]
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