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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Creating Impactful Career Marketing Materials As an Ex-Trad Wife
Let’s be real for a moment: stepping back into the workforce after years of being a homemaker feels like navigating a jungle with no map. You’ve spent years mastering schedules, negotiating peace treaties among toddlers, and keeping a household running like a well-oiled machine. Now, you’re ready to take those skills to a new stage—the … Continue reading Creating Impactful Career Marketing Materials As an Ex-Trad Wife
Writing Effective Cover Letters After a Career Gap: A Guide for Ex-Trad Wives and Caregivers
Let’s be real—life happens. Whether you've spent the last few years as a full-time homemaker, helping raise your family, or as a caregiver for an elderly loved one, those responsibilities have likely kept you out of the workforce for a while. Now, you're ready to re-enter the job market, but there’s one thing looming over … Continue reading Writing Effective Cover Letters After a Career Gap: A Guide for Ex-Trad Wives and Caregivers
Overcoming the Fear of Re-Entering the Workforce As an Ex-Trad Wife
Re-entering the workforce after years of dedicating yourself to family and home as a traditional wife can feel like standing at the edge of a cliff. The fear of diving back into a professional environment might bring up thoughts like, “What if I’m not good enough?” or “Do my skills even matter anymore?” These fears … Continue reading Overcoming the Fear of Re-Entering the Workforce As an Ex-Trad Wife
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
Still Looking for Remote Work in 2023?
In recent years, remote work has transformed from a trend to a way of life for millions around the globe. In 2023, the remote work revolution is in full swing, offering an unprecedented array of opportunities to work from the comfort of your own home—or anywhere else you choose. If you're looking to dive into … Continue reading Still Looking for Remote Work in 2023?
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!
2023 Job Market Trends to Watch – Technological Automations
https://youtu.be/zwxALesXjSc There are several job market trends that will change the scope of work as we know it. Some of them will eradicate jobs, others will create new opportunities. Only you can determine where you will land with this job market trends. In this video, we will discuss the 1st of 3 job trends, … Continue reading 2023 Job Market Trends to Watch – Technological Automations
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!