It sounds ridiculous – being overqualified for a job shouldn’t be a problem. But to many employers, it is one – they may think the job is temporary to you, or that you’ll expect extremely high pay. Before they toss your application, it’s up to you to prove them wrong – and it’s easier to […]
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Soft skills are important to many jobs you apply to, but writing them on your resume doesn’t look very impressive. Most soft skills are vague, and it’s very easy to claim you have them on a resume without being able to prove it. One successful approach is to remove all soft skills from your resume’s […]
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Style Nine to Five spoke with Melanie about her company’s work culture, what she looks for in candidates, how to stand out as an applicant, and creating career opportunities. For eight years, Vancouver-based Melanie Auld Jewelry has been creating stunning pieces that tell a personalized story unique to its wearer, and has become a household […]
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“Why did you leave your last position?” is one of the most dreaded questions during a job interview, especially if you didn’t leave on the best of terms. But, whether it just wasn’t the right fit or you feel as though you outgrew your position, it is important to have a carefully crafted answer for […]
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Feeling like you want to improve your skill set, but not sure what courses will set you apart from the rest? Don’t sweat it, we’ve done the work for you! Below are some versatile certifications that will not only give your resume the competitive edge it needs to be noticed, but also increase your applicable […]
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Working retail can certainly have its ups and downs – and sometimes the experiences you have can leave you feeling as though you never want to work retail again. I know – because that’s exactly how I felt. I had worked retail in high school and during my gap year, in two different stores, and after those […]
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We’ve all been there; it is the hour before your interview and you feel like you have nothing to wear. Interviews are nerve-wracking enough and you don’t want to waste valuable time stressing about your outfit choices. With the majority of interviews being conducted virtually, the moments before should be used for preparing your answers, […]
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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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Are you looking for fashion-industry career advice in 60 seconds or less? If so, Tik Tok is your new ticket to success. We’ve found the top three Tik Tok lifestyle and fashion influencers that will give you concrete industry-related advice. Their insider tips and tricks offer tangible advice to help you get to that next […]
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Congrats! You got the interview and hopefully you nailed it. But no matter how successful the interview was or how confident you are, your work isn’t done yet. Before you simply sit back and wait for the hiring manager to call you with the great news that you got the job, there’s an important step […]
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