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How to Create a Goal-Oriented Career Development Plan (Template + Tips)

With a career development plan, you can organize your career goals and identify your individual pathway toward success. Explore tips for creating your professional development plan and resources that can support you on your path.

March 25, 2022

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What Are Professional Development Goals? 10 Examples + How to Set Them

Professional development goals can help you achieve your short- and long-term objectives in your career.

March 25, 2022

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How to Show Promotions on Your Resume: Guide + Examples

Promotions are professional achievements that demonstrate your expertise and hard work. Learn how to highlight your promotions on your resume so they stand out to potential employers and pass applicant tracking systems without a hitch.

March 25, 2022

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[Featured Image] A person is sitting at a desk pondering into the distance while holding a pen to their mouth.

How to Create a Goal-Oriented Career Development Plan (Template + Tips)

With a career development plan, you can organize your career goals and identify your individual pathway toward success. Explore tips for creating your professional development plan and resources that can support you on your path.

March 25, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] Three people are in business casual clothing. Two coworkers are looking at a blackboard with notes while one person faces forward and smiles.

What Are Professional Development Goals? 10 Examples + How to Set Them

Professional development goals can help you achieve your short- and long-term objectives in your career.

March 25, 2022

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Top courses for career development

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Goodwill Industries International

Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Coaching, Accountability, Client Services, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Client Support, Workforce Development, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Active Listening, Talent Pipelining, Needs Assessment, Employee Onboarding, Empathy, Human Centered Design, Gap Analysis

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Macquarie University

Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Personal Development, Time Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Productivity, Cultural Sensitivity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Business Ethics, Leadership Development, Business Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, Communication

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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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LearnKartS

Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Market Research, Presentations, Business Correspondence, Risk Analysis, Business Writing, Productivity, Prioritization, Taking Meeting Minutes, Technical Writing, Content Creation, Administrative Support, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Technical Documentation, Excel Formulas

Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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16 Top Resume Tips to Help You Land a Job in 2026

Your resume is a place to showcase your talents and experience. Here are some tips to help your application stand out.

March 25, 2022

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How to Get a Job: 10 Strategic Tips to Land the Right Role

Getting a job requires following certain steps, such as tailoring your application materials and completing different types of interviews. Learn more about strategic ways to ensure you get the right job for you.

March 23, 2022

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Where to Put Certifications on Resume: 2026 Guide + Examples

Learn how to include certifications on your resume to demonstrate your expertise.

March 22, 2022

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How to Answer “What Are Your Career Aspirations?”

A guide to answering “What are your career aspirations?” in a job interview.

March 22, 2022

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Assertive Communication: Definition, Examples, and Tips

Good communication is the cornerstone of good personal and professional relationships. Learn what assertive communication is and how to confidently get your point across in a way that respects both others and yourself.

March 22, 2022

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10 Recession-Proof Job Fields for All Skill Levels

Though not completely recession-proof, these jobs tend to be in demand across economic shifts. Explore recession-proof jobs in industries like health care, public safety, law, and more.

March 18, 2022

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When Should You Include Your GPA on Your Resume?

Learn more about when to list your GPA on your resume, how to format that information, and other ways you can promote your strengths.

March 16, 2022

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30 Technical Interview Questions and Tips for Answering

Learn about how to prepare for a technical interview so you feel ready to highlight your unique skills.

March 16, 2022

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14 High-Demand Jobs in 2026

Learn which jobs are estimated to exceed the average growth rate in the next decade.

March 16, 2022

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How to Show Promotions on Your Resume: Guide + Examples

Promotions are professional achievements that demonstrate your expertise and hard work. Learn how to highlight your promotions on your resume so they stand out to potential employers and pass applicant tracking systems without a hitch.

March 25, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A woman is writing on a sticky note and using her laptop.

16 Top Resume Tips to Help You Land a Job in 2026

Your resume is a place to showcase your talents and experience. Here are some tips to help your application stand out.

March 25, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A black woman wearing a pink patterned dress sits across the table from another woman in an office.

How to Get a Job: 10 Strategic Tips to Land the Right Role

Getting a job requires following certain steps, such as tailoring your application materials and completing different types of interviews. Learn more about strategic ways to ensure you get the right job for you.

March 23, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A man is working with his laptop.

Where to Put Certifications on Resume: 2026 Guide + Examples

Learn how to include certifications on your resume to demonstrate your expertise.

March 22, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] Two black people interview another black people who is smiling across the table with hoop earrings and green shirt.

How to Answer “What Are Your Career Aspirations?”

A guide to answering “What are your career aspirations?” in a job interview.

March 22, 2022

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[Featured Image] An professional practices assertive communication as they speak to their manager.

Assertive Communication: Definition, Examples, and Tips

Good communication is the cornerstone of good personal and professional relationships. Learn what assertive communication is and how to confidently get your point across in a way that respects both others and yourself.

March 22, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Three young professionals consult about recession proof jobs in the stairwell of a bright, glass office building.

10 Recession-Proof Job Fields for All Skill Levels

Though not completely recession-proof, these jobs tend to be in demand across economic shifts. Explore recession-proof jobs in industries like health care, public safety, law, and more.

March 18, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person is working at home, adding their GPA to their resume while standing at a desk with papers laid out, a cup of coffee, and a tablet.

When Should You Include Your GPA on Your Resume?

Learn more about when to list your GPA on your resume, how to format that information, and other ways you can promote your strengths.

March 16, 2022

Article

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30 Technical Interview Questions and Tips for Answering

Learn about how to prepare for a technical interview so you feel ready to highlight your unique skills.

March 16, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A man and a woman are placing post-it notes on a whiteboard.

14 High-Demand Jobs in 2026

Learn which jobs are estimated to exceed the average growth rate in the next decade.

March 16, 2022

Article

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