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Posts tagged: Job Seeker Tips

Why Temporary Work Can Lead to Long-Term Careers

For many job seekers in Modesto and across the Central Valley, temporary work is often seen as a short-term solution. It may feel like a way to pay the bills while searching for something long-term. In reality, temporary work can be one of the most effective paths to long-term career success. Today’s job market has [...] Read More

5 Benefits of the Gig Economy

Gig economy refers to employment that is based on working short-term jobs or assignments rather than one steady job with an employer. Whether you’re having trouble landing a full-time job or have other obligations that don’t align with full-time work, trying out temporary employment may be an option that fits your needs. Check out these [...] Read More

Here’s Why You Should Consider Forgoing Unemployment Benefits for a Steady Job

If you are currently unemployed, you are far from alone - approximately 860,000 Americans are unemployed, according to September figures from the U.S. Department of Labor. Many unemployed workers may financially be in a better position with their unemployment payment than their paychecks; however, passing on a job because of this is short-sighted and could hurt [...] Read More

Here’s How You Can Explain Gaps on Your Resume

Taking time away from work is common, for both personal and professional reasons, so it isn’t necessarily an automatic red flag to hiring managers if you have gaps on your resume. However, you do need to be ready to address it so you can alleviate any potential concerns and show that you’re qualified for the [...] Read More

Maneuvering Your Job Search Through COVID-19 

Right now times are very uncertain, very stressful and even a bit frightening. The COVID-19 outbreak has not only caused a health crisis but an economic crisis, as well. In a matter of days, millions of people found themselves suddenly out of work. Millions more are weeks or even days away from losing their jobs, and millions more still are [...] Read More

How to Ask For and Get More Responsibility at Work 

When you’ve reached the point at your job where you’ve gained enough experience that you’re no longer being challenged, it’s a sign that you could be ready to take the next step in your career. However, in order to be qualified to move up professionally, you need to gain more higher-level experience. Ask for and [...] Read More