Career Planning

Select a specific career planning topic based on the stage of your career journey, or, find general career planning resources and advice below.

How to Apply Your Problem Solving Skills in the Workplace

Published on February 14, 2022

Illustration by Marian Blair

Problem solving is a “soft skill” valued by just about every employer. And its importance will only grow in the future—the World Economic Forum predicts that by 2025 (and beyond), employers will increasingly seek out creative …

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Top Three Things You Can Do to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile

Published on February 14, 2022

There are over 673 million users on LinkedIn, yet many job seekers wonder if the social media platform is worth their time. Is LinkedIn necessary to win a new job? Do you need a robust profile to land that new …

By Ivy Exec
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130+ Resume Buzzwords + Resume Power Words—What to Use and What to Avoid

Published on January 6, 2022

https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/resume-buzzwords

By Maribea Merritt
Maribea Merritt Director, Career Education
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