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100+ Good Words to Describe Yourself

“If you had to use 3 words to describe yourself, what would they be?” Knowing some good adjectives to describe yourself and answer to this question will reward you in many ways!

Danuta Detyna, CPRW

January 28, 2026

How to Write a CV: Templates & Tips

Create a job-winning CV with our easy step-by-step guide, quick tips, and professional templates.

Natalia Merced, CPRW

January 15, 2026

How to Write a Resume for a Job (Examples & Guide)

Learn how to make a resume that lands interviews with our easy to follow guide and expert resume examples. Ready to get hired?

Natalia Merced, CPRW

January 15, 2026

Resume Objective Examples & How-To Guide

Our resume objective examples and how-to guide will give you all the tools you need to create an eye-catching resume objective that lands interviews.

Natalia Merced, CPRW

October 22, 2025

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Money Talks… But Do We Talk About Money? 2021 Study

Joy, shame, stress. Nothing can cause so many emotions the way money does. We asked 1000 Americans how much they’re willing to share about their finances.

By Michael Tomaszewski, CPRW Aug 14, 2025

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Resume Bias: Gender, Names, Ethnicity [2021 Study]

Can your name kill your chances of landing an interview? Is it really enough to trigger gender and ethnic bias among employers and recruiters? This study finds out.

By Bart Turczynski Aug 14, 2025

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50 Resume Summary Examples & How-To Guide

Craft an attention-grabbing resume summary with our easy-to-follow guide and expert examples.

By Natalia Merced, CPRW Aug 14, 2025

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Millennials Are Killing…It! [2021 Study in Defense of the Millennial]

Millennials have killed everything around them. Or have they? We asked more than 1000 people what they think of Millennials and compared that to reality.

By Oliwia Wolkowicz Aug 12, 2025

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14 AI-Proof Careers That Pay $50K+ and Value Empathy

Zety analyzed 800+ occupations to find high-paying, emotionally intelligent, AI-proof jobs with strong long-term demand.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Aug 1, 2025

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65% of Gen Z Say College Degrees Won’t Protect Them From AI

Zety’s Gen Z Reroute Report reveals why Gen Z is ditching college for more secure trade jobs amid AI anxiety and shifting views on education.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Jul 25, 2025

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Generation Z vs. The Workplace

We took the pulse of over 200 US Gen Zers to uncover what they expect from employers, their attitudes toward work, and more.

By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Jul 25, 2025

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Job Search After Layoff: 1 in 5 Sent 100+ Applications

Finding a job after layoff isn’t easy. Many workers say reduced salaries are the biggest obstacle when trying to rejoin the workforce.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Jul 21, 2025

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You can’t avoid politics at work (even if things turn ugly) – 83.3% of people talk about it at work

In an increasingly polarized society, it can be hard to avoid politics at work, even if things turn ugly. So who’s willing to cross that line?

By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Jul 21, 2025

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Dating Coworkers in Numbers: 2021 Study

Mixing work and romance is a tricky business. In this study, we investigate whether or not Americans have dated their co-workers and how their relationships influenced their work lives.

By Michael Tomaszewski, CPRW Jul 18, 2025

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Analyst Cover Letter: Examples, Great Tips & Template

Having trouble with composing your cover letter? That’s okay; you’re an analyst, not a wordsmith. We’re here to help.

By Dominika Kowalska, CPRW Jul 18, 2025

Canadian Common CV: Example of a Good Idea Gone Wrong

The Canadian Common CV is used by 19 research funding organizations. But why do users hate it so much, and is there a better alternative?

By Danuta Detyna, CPRW Jul 17, 2025

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What Makes a Good Manager: Qualities & Traits [2022 Study]

Great managers are few and far between. Or… are they? We asked over 1,000 Americans about their expectations & experience to learn what it takes for a manager to be seen as great.

By Maciej Duszyński, CPRW Jul 17, 2025

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Gender Gap at Work: 2022 Study

Is gender inequality in the workplace yesterday’s story? Here’s what people really think about the current situation of men and women at work.

By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Jul 17, 2025

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The Secrets of Satisfied Employees [2021 Study]

What’s the secret for those who love their jobs? We asked 3,000 Americans and here are the results.

By Bart Turczynski Jul 17, 2025

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List of 28 Common Office Pet Peeves [Worst of 2021—Survey]

Remember the last time your coworker microwaved fish? We all get annoyed at work. But what office situation is *the* worst of all? That’s exactly what we found out.

By Michael Tomaszewski, CPRW Jul 17, 2025

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Going Low to Get Ahead (2021 Study)

Would American professionals compromise their values for professional games? We surveyed 1,000 workers for an answer. Here is what we found out.

By Bart Turczynski Jul 17, 2025

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Do You Want to Get Paid in Crypto? [2022 Study]

Cryptocurrencies. A controversial topic, especially when receiving a salary. Or maybe a great opportunity and a missed chance? Here’s what people think about getting paid in crypto.

By Jacques Buffett, CPRW Jul 17, 2025

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Marketing Director Cover Letter Example & Writing Tips

You want your marketing director’s cover letter to be a decisive knockout, but it only gently tucks them in and puts them to sleep? We’ve got just the thing for you.

By Dominika Kowalska, CPRW Jul 17, 2025

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How to Write an Essay Cover Letter (Examples and Tips)

Writing a perfect essay that will make you wear a varsity jacket of the university of your dreams: done. It’s time to write an essay cover letter to boost your chances even more!

By Maciej Tomaszewicz, CPRW Jul 16, 2025

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How to Write a Proposal Cover Letter (Examples + Templates)

Winning a business bid doesn’t have to be tricky. If there’s an RFP, there should be an answer. And writing a perfect proposal cover letter is the way to go!

By Maciej Tomaszewicz, CPRW Jul 16, 2025

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Report Reveals Top 10 CEO Traits That Shape Leadership

Zety and SIGMA Assessment Systems analyzed 10 years of data to uncover the CEO traits and personality patterns that define today’s top leaders.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Jun 27, 2025

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Neurodiversity in the Workplace: 93% Face Hiring Bias

Neurodivergence in the workplace often leads to masking—nearly half do it daily, and most feel they must work harder to earn equal recognition.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD Jun 20, 2025

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Maximizing Your Hireability: A Guide to Finding Jobs for Neurodivergent People

From creating your job application to advocating for yourself in the workplace, this in-depth guide will help you land a job that plays to your skills and values your neurodivergent strengths.

By Natalia Merced, CPRW Jun 18, 2025

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4th of July Inspiration: 10 Patriotic Careers in America

What are the most patriotic jobs in the USA? Here’s a list of ten career paths that serve America in various ways. Surprise: they’re not all in the military!

By Maciej Tomaszewicz, CPRW Jun 16, 2025

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Money Talks… But Do We Talk About Money? 2021 Study

Resume Bias: Gender, Names, Ethnicity [2021 Study]

50 Resume Summary Examples & How-To Guide

Millennials Are Killing…It! [2021 Study in Defense of the Millennial]

14 AI-Proof Careers That Pay $50K+ and Value Empathy

65% of Gen Z Say College Degrees Won’t Protect Them From AI

Generation Z vs. The Workplace

Job Search After Layoff: 1 in 5 Sent 100+ Applications

You can’t avoid politics at work (even if things turn ugly) – 83.3% of people talk about it at work

Dating Coworkers in Numbers: 2021 Study

Analyst Cover Letter: Examples, Great Tips & Template

Canadian Common CV: Example of a Good Idea Gone Wrong

What Makes a Good Manager: Qualities & Traits [2022 Study]

Gender Gap at Work: 2022 Study

The Secrets of Satisfied Employees [2021 Study]

List of 28 Common Office Pet Peeves [Worst of 2021—Survey]

Going Low to Get Ahead (2021 Study)

Do You Want to Get Paid in Crypto? [2022 Study]

Marketing Director Cover Letter Example & Writing Tips

How to Write an Essay Cover Letter (Examples and Tips)

How to Write a Proposal Cover Letter (Examples + Templates)

Report Reveals Top 10 CEO Traits That Shape Leadership

Neurodiversity in the Workplace: 93% Face Hiring Bias

Maximizing Your Hireability: A Guide to Finding Jobs for Neurodivergent People

4th of July Inspiration: 10 Patriotic Careers in America

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