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[Featured Image] A woman talks about her weaknesses during a job interview.

10 Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews

Learn how to answer the question, “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” in a job interview.

August 16, 2022

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[Featured image] Three software engineers collaborate on a project at the office.

What Does a Software Engineer Do?

Software engineers design and create computer systems and applications to solve real-world problems.

October 31, 2022

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[Featured image] A person in a blue button-down and black cardigan holds a blue folder and sits at a desk with a laptop and two monitors.

10 Popular Cybersecurity Certifications [2023 Updated]

Elevate your career in information security with these in-demand credentials.

December 22, 2022

Article · 11 min read

[Featured Image] A data scientist works on a desktop computer in an office.

What Does a Data Analyst Do? Your 2023 Career Guide

A data analyst gathers, cleans, and studies data sets to help solve problems. Here's how you can start on a path to become one.

December 21, 2022

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Data

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[Featured image] Three data analysts review data on several report sheets in a large white room with two other analysts in the background

Become a Certified Data Analyst: Jobs, Skills, Salaries

As a certified data analyst, you can work in various industries with the potential for a competitive salary and career progression. Learn more about data analyst careers.

January 23, 2023

Article · 7 min read

[Featured image]An AI engineer in a blue shirt reviews code while sitting in front of a desktop computer monitor.

AI Ethics: What It Is and Why It Matters

AI ethics in technological advancements can help foster a world with less bias and more fairness. Here’s what it is and why it matters.

January 12, 2023

Article · 6 min read

[Featured image] Three AI engineers look at a monitor in a data server room

4 Types of AI: Getting to Know Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) has enabled us to do things faster and better, advancing technology in the 21st century. Learn about the four main types of AI.

January 12, 2023

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[Featured image] A smiling data analyst in a blue shirt sits in front of a computer monitor that displays computer code .

What Does SQL Stand For?

Discover an overview of the acronym SQL, the job prospects for someone with SQL skills, and salary expectations and educational requirements for a computer scientist or data science engineer career.

December 15, 2022

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Business

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[Featured Image] A change manager is preparing a report for employees to introduce changes at the workplace.

What Is Change Management and How to Use It Effectively

Explore the reason change management is so important for today’s businesses and organizations and how to effectively plan for changes

January 26, 2023

Article · 5 min read

[Featured Image] A forensic accountant is going over an investigation in their library.

What Is Forensic Accounting? (Education, Careers, and More)

Learn more about forensic accounting and the necessary skills and education needed to become a forensic accountant. In this article, determine whether this career path is for you.

January 26, 2023

Article · 7 min read

[Featured Image] A blogger is working on their laptop.

Non-Sales Jobs You Can Do with a Sales Background

Learn about the skills needed for sales jobs that also transfer to other careers and discover how a sales background can lead to success in non-sales roles.

January 25, 2023

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[Featured Image]: A talent acquisition manager is compiling information on the company's recruitment needs.

How to Move From a Career in Recruitment to Talent Acquisition

Discover how you can make a transition from recruitment to talent acquisition. Learn about the talent acquisition cycle and how the two professions differ and are similar.

January 25, 2023

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Development

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[Featured image] A crypto investor is studying the cryptocurrency market on their computer.

How Does Cryptocurrency Work? A Beginner Guide

Explore the world of cryptocurrency and how you can start buying, selling, and trading it. Learn about blockchain technology and how it tracks your digital assets.

January 25, 2023

Article · 6 min read

[Featured Image] A blockchain consultant is observing cryptocurrency market trends.

A Guide to Getting NFT Jobs in the NFT Space

Learn about the various jobs you can get in the NFT space and what industries are looking for qualified experts to fill NFT jobs.

January 18, 2023

Article · 9 min read

[Featured Image] A quality assurance specialist examines a piece of code.

Quality Assurance Specialist Salary: Your 2023 Guide

Discover what a quality assurance specialist role entails, plus the average quality assurance specialist salary and the various factors that influence salary.

January 18, 2023

Article · 5 min read

[Featured image] A Metaverse content creator is wearing a VR headset at an office.

A Guide to Metaverse Jobs

Learn about types of Metaverse jobs already available and the future of this exciting emerging virtual universe to decide if a Metaverse job is right for you.

January 17, 2023

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IT

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[Featured image] CCNA certified Information security analyst in a patterned shirt works at a laptop computer in a futuristic looking room.

CCNA vs. Network+: Overview, Differences, and Certifications

Information technology (IT) is a fast-growing industry with exciting career opportunities. For those interested in technology and innovation, IT networking allows working in a field full of problem-solving, development, and advanced technology.

January 25, 2023

Article · 8 min read

[Featured Image]: Network engineer working on a laptop, reviewing material for a Cisco certification.

Overview of Cisco Certification: Training Programs and Jobs

Discover the ins and outs of Cisco certification, an overview of training, post-certification jobs, and salary information.

January 24, 2023

Article · 7 min read

[Featured Image]: An SOC Analyst responding to a cyber-related threat on a business computer system.

SOC Analyst Salary: Your 2023 Guide

Learn about a career as a security operations center analyst, where they work, how to qualify, and the potential earning, and the locations that pay the highes

January 20, 2023

Article · 7 min read

[Featured image] A information Security expert in a white shirt monitors multiple monitors while checking information on a tablet.

Information Security Analyst: Salary and Job Outlook

Learn more about an information security analyst career, what you can expect to earn and the career outlook.

January 13, 2023

Article · 5 min read

Design

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[Featured Image] A graphic designer is working on a marketing campaign for a new product.

Why Graphic Design Is a Good Career Choice: Salaries, Requirements, and More

Graphic design can be a rewarding career with a variety of tasks, salary, and job opportunities. This guide outlines why graphic design is a good career choice, determine whether this path is right for you.

January 18, 2023

Article · 8 min read

[Featured image] A person in an orange sweater and a blue pixie cut brainstorms character design ideas on their laptop in a co-working space.

What Is Character Design? + How to Get Started

Discover character design, its professional and creative applications, and start creating your first character.

January 17, 2023

Article · 6 min read

[Featured Image] A graphic designer in a red blazer interviews with two employees at a conference table.

10 Graphic Design Interview Questions + How to Answer Them

Prepare for your upcoming graphic design interview by exploring questions you may be asked and building interview skills.

January 17, 2023

Article · 10 min read

[Featured image] A web designer works on high-fidelity wireframes on a laptop. They are wearing a green cardigan and black glasses and sitting in a shared workspace with black lamps on the desks.

What Is a Wireframe? + How to Create One

Discover how a wireframe can help you build a website or mobile app, and begin creating your first wireframe.

January 3, 2023

Article · 8 min read

Marketing

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[Featured image] A marketing consultant wearing a blazer sits at a large table with a laptop and loose papers and reviews a website redesign for a client.

What Is a Marketing Consultant? + How To Become One

Learn what a marketing consultant does and the steps for pursuing this career path.

January 17, 2023

Article · 6 min read

[Featured Image] Three people sit together at a wood table in an open office space and review chart printouts to assess media plan performance.

Media Planning: What It Is + How to Write a Media Plan

Discover how media planning benefits businesses and the process of building a media plan.

November 14, 2022

Article · 6 min read

[Featured image] A person in a black turtleneck sweater sits at a table with books and a coffee cup and researches social media marketing certifications on their laptop.

7 Industry-Recognized Social Media Marketing Certifications + How to Get One

What are the benefits of a social media marketing certification? How do you choose social media marketing courses and start your certification journey? Get answers in this article.

November 14, 2022

Article · 5 min read

[Featured image] A social media manager in a white shirt wears earbuds and studies for a digital marketing certificate. They are seated at a table with a laptop and a potted plant. More potted plants are arranged behind them.

8 Industry-Recognized Digital Marketing Certificates + How to Get One

Explore the potential career benefits of a digital marketing certificate and the steps to getting your credential in this field.

November 14, 2022

Article · 5 min read

Health

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[Featured Image] A person sits in an armchair and chats using a laptop and headphones.

Mental Health Resources: Help for When You Need It

Our mental health is key to living a fulfilling and productive life. These mental health resources offer a place to go for support in nearly every aspect of life.

December 21, 2022

Article · 10 min read

[Featured Image]: A radiation therapist works with equipment while wearing a blue safety vest.

Radiation Therapist: Duties, Pay, and How to Become One

Radiation therapists are critical to treating serious conditions like cancer and thyroid disease. Learn more about this high-paying health care career and what you need to do to join it.

December 21, 2022

Article · 5 min read

[Featured image] A toxicologist in a white lab coat holds a laptop computer while working in a medical lab

Toxicologist Salary: Your 2023 Guide

Toxicologists ensure that chemicals, pharmaceutical drugs, and consumer products are safe to use. Learn more about what you can expect to earn in this impactful career.

December 21, 2022

Article · 4 min read

[Featured Image]: Public Health Analyst reviewing data on sustainable cities

Sustainable Cities: 6 Ways to Build a Greener Future

Learn about the characteristics of sustainable cities and why they’re important to building a greener future.

December 15, 2022

Article · 5 min read

Professional Development

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[Featured image] A young woman of color in a burnt orange top stands with her arms crossed, smiling at the camera.

Master of Data Science Salaries: 2023 Guide

Data science professionals continue to be in demand. Learn more about the type of salary you may be able to earn after graduating with your master's in data science.

January 26, 2023

Article · 6 min read

[Featured image] A person in a black turtleneck and yellow blazer sits at home working on their laptop.

Job Search: How to Frame Gaps in Employment

Find out more about the different types of employment gaps you may experience, and how to frame each one as you go about applying for jobs.

January 24, 2023

Article · 8 min read

[Featured image] A young Black woman in a navy blue top smiles as she looks at her laptop.

Is a Master’s Degree in Data Science Worth It?

While it's not always necessary to hold a master's in data science, earning an advanced degree does feature several benefits. Learn more about whether it's right for you.

January 24, 2023

Article · 7 min read

[Featured image] A young Black woman smiles off into the distance while sitting in front of her laptop.

How to Write a Standout Letter of Intent for Graduate School

A letter of intent—sometimes called a statement of purpose—is a way to introduce yourself to a graduate admissions committee. Learn what to include as you get ready to apply to grad school.

January 24, 2023

Article · 8 min read

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