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

Do We Need to Earn More to Live Comfortably?

Article discussed Questions to ask: 1. Depending on what state and/or city within that state, how much do you need to make to be able to rent a decent apartment if you have not purchased a home yet? 2. Does your current job(s), independent contracting work or business you run providing enough income to pay … Continue reading Do We Need to Earn More to Live Comfortably?

Discover How To Create a Resume That’ll Get You Hired in No Time!

https://youtu.be/20sqVpFMxnE Your resume is often the first impression that potential employers have of you. Therefore, it's imperative your resume stands out and catches their attention quickly. Here are some action steps for writing a compelling resume that grabs the attention of employers and their representatives. These resumes we hear so much about in the job … Continue reading Discover How To Create a Resume That’ll Get You Hired in No Time!

3 Ways to Explain Employment Gaps in a Job Interview

https://youtu.be/OpN1I45CNKw Be Honest and Transparent: It is always best to be truthful and upfront about any gaps in your employment history. Explain the reason for the gap, such as a layoff or downsizing, and emphasize the steps you took to stay active and productive during that time. For example, you could mention that you used … Continue reading 3 Ways to Explain Employment Gaps in a Job Interview

4 Reasons Not to Lie on Your Resume…Period!

https://youtu.be/v3ZhtQ6qgUg We’ve all been tempted to stretch the truth on our resumes at one point or another. Maybe you exaggerate your responsibilities a bit, or fudge the dates of your last few positions. After all, everyone does it, right? Wrong. Lying on your resume is a huge no-no, and can come back to bite you … Continue reading 4 Reasons Not to Lie on Your Resume…Period!

Is The Great Resignation is Going On? 3 Reasons Why it’s Still Happening

https://youtu.be/UrCdVyDRQrc The Great Resignation: Still Going Strong It's been a little over a year since the Great Resignation first began. For those of you who don't know, the Great Resignation is when employees across various industries start quitting their jobs en masse in pursuit of other opportunities. The resignation wave started in late 2019 and … Continue reading Is The Great Resignation is Going On? 3 Reasons Why it’s Still Happening

Applying for Jobs but Getting No Responses?

https://youtu.be/tyTinEZHt-I Are you tired of applying for jobs only to get no response from the employers where you have applied? It has all happened to us at some point in our career journey, so you are not alone. A lot of people don't get responses when they apply for jobs, and it can be really … Continue reading Applying for Jobs but Getting No Responses?

Got Laid Off? 5 Things To Help You Bounce Back!

https://youtu.be/Zrp3FT6B0Fc When you hear the three dreaded words, "you're fired," all sorts of emotions can go through your head. Shock. Disbelief. Panic. But, if you're one of the many American workers who have been laid off in recent years, don't worry – you're not alone. In fact, layoffs are now a common occurrence in today's … Continue reading Got Laid Off? 5 Things To Help You Bounce Back!

It’s Time to Leave that Job…Now!!

https://youtu.be/3QCw_HyCUbA If you're feeling overwhelmed and stressed out in your job, it might be time to resign. It's not worth sacrificing your mental health for a paycheck – you can find something else that will make you happier. Plus, giving yourself some time away from work can make you even more appealing to future employers. … Continue reading It’s Time to Leave that Job…Now!!