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Differences Between Federal Resumes and Standard Resumes

Government jobs can feel tricky or elusive, but if you have a federal resume, this is not the case. It’s a little known secret that a well-written federal resume is quite different from a standard resume. The bigger secret is exactly how to write your federal resume to get that government job. This post goes over the differences between the two types and helps you prepare to write your federal resume to help you standout and get hired in a government job.

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Day of Unplugging

Unplugging can be a challenge, especially during a job search. As hard as it is, it is vital to our mental and physical health. Here are tips for ways to unplug but continue to network in-person so you can continue to find a job.

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Hurry Up And Wait.

Application processes are much like a game of hurry and wait. If you’ve played it, then you know. However, there are several things you can do during this waiting period to increase your chances of either acceptance (for college applicants) or hiring (for job seekers). You can find strategies for both types of applicants in this article. Also, for fun, see how zombies are related to your job search.

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Networking Over the Holidays!

The holidays are a time for relaxing and, if you are serious about your job search, it also provides some great and easy networking opportunities.

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What to Include on Your Resume

Resumes have precious little space that needs to be maximized to show your full potential. Here are some tips on what should be included and/or removed from your resume.

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