How Can Organizations Prevent Ageism in the Workplace?

Ageism is a bias—so much so that age discrimination is sometimes referred to as a second-class civil rights issue.

In the workplace, both older and younger employees may face biases based on their age, yet age discrimination is usually not …

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The 5 Best Job Search Tips for Veterans

This blog was originally posted by Emily Moore on November 8, 2019, on Glassdoor.com

Transitioning from the military to civilian life is a big enough change in itself. Add a job search on top of that, and it might just …
By Alicia Hibbard
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5 Steps for Women to Combat Burnout

As an executive coach who works with women leaders, it’s not unusual for me to see the sad, worried eyes of my coaching clients as the “aha” moment hits, and they realize: “I have burnout.”

This realization often comes as …

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This American Workplace: Slang for International Students

Americans use a lot of slang. Slang is the use of phrases or terms, typically in an informal setting, that have come to stand for something else. It is most common to hear slang used in informal conversations as opposed …

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Veteran Careers: Positive Traits Veterans Should Stress in Interviews

By Phil Stott & originally posted to vault in November 2017.

This is the last of three posts on veteran careers, based on the interview conducted with branding expert Lida Citroën that earlier this year. In the two previous posts, …

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Pursuing the American Dream

Expert Advice & Resources for Undocumented College Students

Many undocumented students don’t think about going to college because of legal or financial concerns or simply because of lack of information. It is true that undocumented students face a number of …

By Alicia Hibbard
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Adult Learner Steps to Success

Follow these tips to succeed in college as a nontraditional student

There are many decisions to consider and responsibilities to balance as an adult learner. If you do your research, use your resources and trust your instinct it will work …

By Alicia Hibbard
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Disclosing a Disability in a Job Search (With Samples)

If you have a disability or condition and are seeking a more flexible or remote job, you’re certainly not alone. But whether and how to disclose your situation during the job search is a difficult decision to make.

According to …

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5 Traits Women Should Lean Into

It’s time to reclaim what’s rightfully ours!

Women are often told to shy away from certain personality traits. It’s a catch-22—fight for what you want, but don’t be too aggressive. Stand up for yourself, but don’t get too emotional. Lead …

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Common Cultural Barriers in the Job Search

Cultural attitudes and behaviors related to job hunting may affect your job search in the United States, however, knowing some of the most common cultural barriers can help you overcome them. Here are some of the most common cultural barriers …

By Alicia Hibbard
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