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What Your Cover Letter Should Say (But Probably Doesn't)

"Say not what the company can do for you, say what you can do for the company." It's simple as that. We'll show you exactly how to say it.

When & How to Include Salary Requirements in a Cover Letter

Addressing salary expectations in a cover letter is tough. Get it right and maximize your earning potential with these examples and tips.

Why Do You Want to Work Here: Interview Question & Answers

Why do you want to work here? Why are you interested in this position? Today, you'll learn how to answer these tricky interview questions right. Read on!

Women in Tech: Stories Behind the Statistics

In this technology-dependent world, it's clear that the flow of information is key to our shared future. But who gets to help build that future? Of all entry-level positions in the tech field, just 37 percent are occupied by women. For managerial positions and the hallowed “C-Suite,” the number drops to 15 percent. So why is this?

Work-Life Balance Is Dead, and Here's Why

When you finally come home at the end of a long day of work, you want to have an actual life. You socialize, shop, catch a movie, and maybe go to your favorite restaurant. The truth is, all that time, a thought lingers in the back of your mind: “I have to wake up early tomorrow.” And there’s nothing wrong with it. We’re looking into whether it makes sense to try and achieve a perfect balance between your work and life—and if not, what are some alternative attitudes.

Working Too Hard? The US States with the Most Amount of Free Time

Check our nation-wide report to see which states rank as having the most amount of free time, leading employees to maintain a healthier work-life balance.

Worst Career Regrets People Have (but You Can Avoid)

Career regret is common, but you don't have to make the same mistakes others have made. Learn what most people regret and avoid these bad career decisions. Otherwise, you'll live with them for the rest of your professional life.

Writing Skills: List of 160 Types of Abilities [+Best for a Resume]

160 best writing skills for resumes in 2019. See 10 writing tips to improve your writing skills & skills for technical writing jobs, creative writing jobs, etc.

Wrongful Termination: Is It Unlawful Firing? What to Do [Examples]

Are you a wrongful termination victim? Was Your firing unlawful? This simple checklist helps you find out, with tips from wrongful discharge experts that show what to do next.

Your Personal Life Is a Project. Learn to Manage It like a PM Superstar!

We all know these people who always seem to be on top of things—get more done in less time, deliver on every task they take on. To help you become one of them, I reached out to a few successful project managers—people who get paid to be *master* planners—and asked what to do to better manage one’s personal life. Here are their best tips.

You might aspire to leadership roles—but are you a leader?

Who can be called a leader? There are numerous perspectives and many disagreements. Would you like to be one? Find out what’s most important.

You Love Your Career… But You’re Burning Out

The risk of burnout nowadays is higher than ever. Seven out of ten Millenials are experiencing some level of burnout in their jobs. Why are we feeling burned out then? Is it because we hate our jobs? Our peers? No. Burnout can affect even those of us who love our careers. But it can be avoided. And this article will show you how to do it.

Yoga Teacher Resume Sample & Writing Guide [20+ Tips]

Take a deep breath, align your yoga resume sections and get ready for that yoga studio interview.

30 Best Job Search Sites & Boards to Find Employment Fast

List of top job search sites: online boards, search engines, and employment websites plus 15 niche alternatives. With expert advice on finding a job fast.

How to Make Your Resume Stand Out: Real Examples, 2019

You feel your resume isn’t good enough to beat the competition. And you’re not alone. See these transformations of Zety readers’ resumes and learn how to fix yours.

College Student Resume Template & Guide [20+ Examples]

Learn how to write a great resume for college student jobs with 20+ actionable samples, tips from experts, and the best university student resume examples.

Cover Letter for an Internship Example & Guide [20+ Tips]

Internships matter as companies want to employ those who already have work experience. Find one with a great cover letter for an internship. Here’s how.

College Student Cover Letter: Sample & Writing Guide [+ Tips]

No experience? No problem. We make writing a college student cover letter as easy as making ramen. With expert tips and examples, we've got you covered.

Microdosing LSD to GTD: Fact of Fiction?

Micro doses of LSD and other psychedelics have become the new cognitive enhancer of choice in the Silicon Valley. Young professionals report increased productivity, creativity, and even compassion. But are there any research-backed findings that prove microdosing psychedelics might actually work? Can other, more “traditional” enhancers be of any use? We’re investigating the issue and confronting the hype with science.