At Distinctive Career Services, our mission is to empower you with the tools, resources, and confidence you need to pursue your dream career and build a career you will love! On this blog, get tips and advice to help you to advance in your current career path, make a desired career change, or promote your personal brand and image. Articles cover topics such as career planning, resume writing, LinkedIn profile writing, job searching, interviewing, networking, and more.
Elevate Your Career with Strategic Online Reputation Management
Imagine discovering that a single Google search could determine your career’s future. What would it reveal? In the vast expanse of the digital world, every tweet, post, and photo becomes a permanent part of your professional narrative, accessible to
How To Ask For a Raise & Actually Get It!
“I want a raise.” Four short, simple words that, when rattling around inside your head, sound perfectly reasonable. However, giving actual voice to the thought, “I want a raise,” can feel as daunting as crossing a highwire. Many of
The Job Seeker’s Guide to Expanding Your Network: Building Bridges for Career Success
You've almost surely heard the age-old adage, "It's not what you know, but who you know." And there is a reason this saying endures: it captures the essential truth that job search and career success often hinges not just
Master a Targeted Job Search in 5 Steps
A job search can often feel like a marathon, consuming a significant amount of time, and, let's be honest, the entire process can be downright frustrating. In a world where time is of the essence, any strategy that can
“Tell Me About Yourself” How To Answer The Most Common Interview Question
So you’ve finally landed that interview for that job you’re dying to get. Or maybe you have an informational interview lined up or will be attending a networking event next week. You’ve researched the industry, and the company, confirmed that
Need a Job Fast? 12 Actionable Steps to Land Employment Quickly
Searching for a job, especially when you need a job fast, can be stressful. Very stressful! This article is tailored to those who need to land a new job fast, providing a straightforward, practical guide to help you speed
23 Professional Growth Questions to Reflect On as You End 2023: Make 2024 Your Best Year Yet
As we bid farewell to 2023 and welcome the opportunities that 2024 holds, it's a pivotal time for reflection, particularly in the realm of professional growth. The end of the year is not just a period of celebration and
Mastering the Hidden Job Market: Strategies to Uncover and Land Unadvertised Positions
Ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly land new roles, even in the most competitive industries? The secret may lie in their understanding of the hidden job market. The hidden job market, as its name implies, refers to
120+ Impactful Resume Accomplishments: How To Identify & Articulate Them
Use this checklist of 21 questions to help you improve your resume with accomplishments and quantified results.
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