Exploring Careers Through Informational Interviews Informational interviews can be powerful tools for career exploration and growth. They offer a unique opportunity to gain insights from experienced professionals in your field of interest, enabling you to build industry knowledge, identify critical skills, and stay current with industry trends. In this article, we’ll share best practices for conducting successful informational interviews and…

Standout as a Top Tech Candidate: Key Techniques to Rock Virtual Interviews When it comes to virtual job interviews, making a lasting impression demands more than just timely logins and a professional appearance; although you can’t skip these actions either.  The digital exchange may tweak the dynamics, but the fundamentals of standing out remain crucial.  Here are tailored strategies for…

Writing a Professional Summary that Showcases Your Technical Skills Crafting a standout resume summary is about conveying your most impressive and relevant qualifications in a concise, impactful way. A strong summary can help you make a good impression and influence how the hiring team perceives what you can offer to their team. The secret lies in not being generic and…

Effective Ways to Bounce Back After a Job Rejection In the face of job rejection, it is essential to maintain a positive attitude and view it as an opportunity for growth and professional development. Don’t let rejection derail your job search, instead, think of it as a chance to learn, sharpen your skills, and possibly adjust your tactics. By reflecting…

Get Hired Like a Pirate with an Always Ready Resume, ARR! Ahoy there, me hearties! Prepare to embark on a treacherous journey through the tumultuous seas of job hunting. In this vast and competitive ocean, your resume be the trusty cutlass by your side, ready to slice through the waves of competition. Ye need an ARR, an Always Ready Resume,…

12 Ways to Calm Your Interview Nerves Preparing for an interview by studying interview questions, researching the company or practicing storytelling doesn’t always mean you’re ready for an interview. If you can’t get yourself into the right frame of mind, you may be unable to put up a great performance. Here are 12 ways you can calm your interview nerves.…

Setting Realistic Career Goals When Planning Your IT Career There is a time in our lives where we feel like drifting between the stretch of days and months. We work hard but we really don’t seem to get in any worthwhile position in our lives. The main reason for having such feelings is that we haven’t aimed for something from…

Savvy Job Seekers’ Guide to Researching Companies Whether you are actively seeking a new job or just contemplating a career change, one crucial step in your job search process is researching potential employers. Savvy job seekers know that researching 5-15 target companies is a must-do task. Understanding a company’s culture, values, and position in the market can help you tailor…

Curious About a Tech Career?  5 Tips to Ace Interviews in a New Industry Switching careers can be a roller coaster ride – thrilling, and make you want to scream.  One major hurdle? Interviewing in a brand-new industry.  Don’t sweat it! Here’s how to crush those interviews and show them you’re the real deal:  Interview Tip #1 – Research the industry…

Return to computer coach’s blog What Are Technical Skills and How to Incorporate Them Into Your Resume Sometimes referred to as hard skills. Technical skills are specialized knowledge, abilities, and/or techniques required to perform specific tasks. • Usually require special training, education, or certification. • Use specific tools and programs. • Usually more tangible or visible/demonstrable than soft skills. Technical…

Finding Success in a Modern Job Search Job searching has never been fun – from going business to business filling out applications to scouring the web for your next opportunity – it can feel daunting. Today, however, job searching can almost feel hopeless. A black hole of resumes and applications that never seem to get a response. Yet, people are…

How to Stand Out in an Interview If you’ve gone for a job interview before, you know you won’t be the only candidate being interviewed. Besides being on time, dressing for success, and being qualified, you need to find a way to stand out and leave a lasting impression if you want to be considered for the position. Here are…

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How to Get Your Foot in the Door of the Cybersecurity Industry Jobs in the cybersecurity industry will grow by 35 percent over the next ten years, according to the Department of Labor Statistics. IT careers in cybersecurity keep computer infrastructure safe. Those with cybersecurity certifications also protect against cyberattacks and security threats. To begin your IT career, you should…

How Computer Coach Prepares You for a Successful Career in Technology Computer Coach employs a multi-faceted approach to ensure students are fully prepared for the demands of the tech industry. This approach is built around a few key pillars: • Industry-Aligned Curriculum: Computer Coach constantly updates its curriculum to reflect the latest trends and technologies in the industry. This ensures…

7 In Demand Skills for Digital Marketing Careers The digital industry is growing rapidly. It is changing day by day. Businesses are including technology into all areas which changes the way they interact with their customers and their audience. They may know their service and product, but what happens next? There is an entire world that needs to know about…

How to Get Past Applicant Tracking Systems When applying to mid or large-sized companies, keep in mind that 98% of Fortune 500 companies and many smaller businesses use an applicant tracking system to manage the flood of applications.  Applicant tracking systems are also known as “ATS.” The ATS is used to help hiring managers and company recruiters save time finding skilled…

5 Resume Tips You Don’t Always Hear! Crafting a resume might seem like an easy task, but a resume that gets the attention of recruiters isn’t easy to create. The reason is resumes need to be updated and edited for every job you apply for. Here are five tips you’ve probably never heard before that can help keep recruiters glued…