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Topic: Career Search

Identifying Ageism in the Career Search (And What to Do About It)

By Kristin Bustamante on March 17, 2021

Even though this statement is padded with a compliment about your experience and abilities, this is one example of ageism in the hiring process....

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Finding Your Fit: Questions to Ask at Each Interview Stage

By Ashley Ziegler on March 11, 2021

After you’ve defined what an ideal position looks like for you, you move into the application stage of the job hunt. Job descriptions and company...

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Didn’t Get the Job? Here’s What to Do Next

By Ashley Ziegler on March 9, 2021

Let’s be honest, each and every time you submit your application to a particular role your hopes are raised that you’ll get the opportunity. And when...

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Completing Your Talent Profile

By Tiffany Nieslanik on March 4, 2021

You’ve created an account with The Mom Project, but you haven’t taken the time to complete your profile yet. This may not seem like such a big deal,...

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An Etiquette Guide to Cold Reach-Outs

By Ashley Ziegler on March 3, 2021

You’ve probably been told over and over how important it is to network, for a variety of reasons. This fact is absolutely true, but becomes harder...

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How Many Jobs Should You Apply To?

By Kristin Bustamante on March 2, 2021

As you begin your job search, it’s important to invest your time wisely because the average job search takes about 8 weeks or so. And that’s only...

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The Essential Career Search Guide for Moms

By Kristin Bustamante on March 1, 2021

Looking for your next career opportunity? Rest assured, you are not alone in your job search as a mother: 86% of women become mothers by the time...

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How to Prepare for an In-Person Job Interview

By Kristin Bustamante on February 25, 2021

Congratulations! You’ve landed an in-person job interview. After screening calls and phone interviews, an in-person interview is often one of the...

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How to Take Your Own Professional Headshot

By Kristin Bustamante on February 24, 2021

A professional headshot is an important part of your online presence when you’re looking for a new job. The great news is, it doesn’t have to be...

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Owning Your Personal Brand

By The Mom Project on February 19, 2021

In this virtual session, branding professionals Mariela De La Mora and June Caloroso discuss strategies to build and define your personal brand and...

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