Transitioning from a homemaker to a professional in the IT industry may seem daunting, but it’s an achievable and rewarding journey. As someone who has managed a household with finesse, you already possess many transferable skills. Adding a few industry-specific ones will give you the competitive edge to excel in this dynamic field. Here are … Continue reading From Homemaker to IT Industry – Skills You Need to Succeed
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How to Handle a Toxic Employer After an Interview: Actionable Steps to Protect Yourself
Job interviews are a two-way street. Sure, you're trying to impress the employer, but you should also be evaluating if the company is a good fit for you. Unfortunately, sometimes the warning signs of a toxic employer pop up during the interview process. From vague answers about company culture to interviewers who talk down to … Continue reading How to Handle a Toxic Employer After an Interview: Actionable Steps to Protect Yourself
Customer Service Skills: A Homemaker’s Advantage
Stepping back into the workforce after years of managing a home can be daunting. But, as a former homemaker, you might be surprised by the skills you already have—especially in customer service! Think about it: you've been handling one of the most demanding “customer bases” there is—your family. The listening, patience, problem-solving, and multitasking you … Continue reading Customer Service Skills: A Homemaker’s Advantage
Crafting the Perfect Resume After a Career Break: 3 Necessary Action Steps
So, you’ve been out of the traditional workforce for a minute (or maybe a few years), and now you’re ready to jump back in. But here’s the kicker—crafting a resume after a career break can feel like a major hurdle. You might be wondering, "How do I explain the gap? Will anyone take me seriously?" … Continue reading Crafting the Perfect Resume After a Career Break: 3 Necessary Action Steps
Navigating the Return-to-Office Mandate with MentorShelly Career Services
https://www.youtube.com/live/82iIMZj6k7w?si=lipX6gOxb-btMx6l As the dust settles on the global pandemic, a new storm brews in the corporate world: the return-to-office mandate. This policy has become a polarizing topic, highlighting a significant divide between employer expectations and employee desires for flexibility and autonomy. While some view the return to a physical office as a step towards normalcy … Continue reading Navigating the Return-to-Office Mandate with MentorShelly Career Services
How to Get a Job Without a Resume
In today’s job market, it is not uncommon to hear about people who have applied to hundreds of jobs and have only received a handful of callbacks. Our friends and family tell us that we need to update our resume or that we are not “putting ourselves out there” enough. With the rise of social … Continue reading How to Get a Job Without a Resume