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Around the world, many members of the workforce at working at home as a precaution against the Coronavirus. For those who normally spend their 9 to 5 in an office setting, adjusting to working from home might be difficult, as the separation of personal and professional is now slightly blurred.

Every job search required you to identify the best references for you, but people rarely reflect upon what it takes to be a great reference for someone else.

When job searching, most prospective employees first evaluate the job description. They assess the responsibilities requires, the background needed, and the benefits and growth that could come with taking on the role and apply if they think it’s the right fit.

It’s one week into the new year and therefore time to get moving on your goals and resolutions. Many people challenge themselves personally, but making professional goals is just as important.

The holiday season is in full swing, but that doesn’t mean your work duties disappear. It can be tough balancing your personal to-dos with your professional projects, so taking an organized approach is key.

In an age where professionals are expected to be more than a resume, building a brand for yourself is vital.

When preparing for an interview, most candidates focus on position-specific questions and don’t think much about the standard, get-to-know-you questions that are asked in every interview.

Once or twice a semester, college campuses host career fairs where hundreds of company representatives come to network with students. These events can lead to industry connections as well as job and internship opportunities, so attending them, especially in your Junior and Senior year, is a must.

Getting a job offer is very exciting but it comes with the unpleasant task of telling your current employer you’ll be leaving. Regardless of if it is your first or fifth time resigning, it is always a daunting conversation.

It is normally not until people start looking for a new job that they take the time to assess their online image. However, keeping up your digital appearance, regardless of if you are looking to leave your current position or not, can connect you with new professionals to build your network and even open the door to your dream job in the future.