I found a new job within 2 months of being put on a layoff list. Five actions helped me transition smoothly and quickly.

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This tech worker shared the five actions that led him to his dream role after being put on his old company's layoff list.

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I got a job within 30 days by sending personalized slide decks in place of cover letters. See how I did it.

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Sales professional Julissa Machado landed a job within 30 days using personalized pitch decks.

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Companies are relying on aptitude and personality tests more to combat AI-powered job hunters

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A career coach shares 4 things to immediately stop sharing online if you're looking for a job

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More employers say they don't care if you went to college. Most still seem to.

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Ageism at work

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Two weeks after he and his wife closed on a summer house, Kevin Berman was laid off.

Feeling stuck at a job you hate? Here are 4 ways to unstick your career.

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If you get laid off, one of the first things you should do is volunteer

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According to one recruiter, volunteering when you're out of work can help structure your day and put the challenges you're facing in context.

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It's wild how many job listings might be fake

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Not every job listing you see is real, but you might still find work if you apply.

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The résumé hack to use to get recruiters' attention

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Making your résumé easy to scan can help recruiters get to the key ideas quickly.

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