😴 Your resume is probably BORING!

Hello Everyone and Happy Thursday!

In today's email:

• Your resume is probably boring. Just like everyone else’s.

• Are you making the wrong career decision? Let us help!

• Work-life balance and flexible schedules. Here’s what you need to know.

• Career Trivia. And WWYD reader responses.

• Is your brain built to be a leader? Becoming successful and climbing the ladder.

Here’s what’s going on in the news (related to careers of course):

• An auto worker strike could cost $5 billion.

• Blue Shield of California reduces reliance on CVS and moves to Amazon.

• Mortgage rates are the highest they’ve been in 20 years.

7 Ways Your Resume Is Boring Just Like Everyone Else’s

If your resume isn’t getting attention from recruiters then it’s probably boring.

Searching for a new job can be tough and the competition can be tougher.

There’s no one right person for a job, so while you might be a perfect fit there are probably other people who are also a perfect fit. This means you need to stand out to employers. One of the best ways to grab their attention is to have a resume that isn’t like everyone else’s.

Recruiters don’t want to read the same resume over and over again, it’s boring! If you can provide something that’s different and interesting, you’re more likely stand out and move along in the hiring process. It’s time to fix your boring resume, so you can land your dream job.

Don’t Make The Wrong Career Decision!!! 🫣😳😨

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Recently, work-life balance has become a much more important value for employees all over the U.S. They are prioritizing their mental and physical wellbeing over long stressful work hours/conditions. Finding a way to balance work and personal life can be difficult though. Since the pandemic, many people are finding that flexible work schedules are extremely helpful in managing their work-life balance. While not every employer is as generous as others when it comes to flexible schedules, it’s not an unrealistic request. Here’s how you can ask about having a flexible work schedule in an interview.

• 🙋 Asking for a flexible work schedule.

• 👍 Benefits of a flexible schedule.

• 🤔 Here’s what work-life balance really means.

Who doesn’t love a good round of trivia! We have a career related trivia question for you… good luck!

The answer is at the bottom of the newsletter!

Yesterday, we shared the story of Pedro and his passion for his start-up side hustle, but he doesn’t have the funds to quit his full time job and put all his effort into the start-up. (To read the full situation, CLICK HERE to access yesterday's newsletter.) We asked our readers, 'What Would YOU Do?" - and got some EXCELLENT responses. Here's what they said:

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How To Improve Your Leadership Skills And Climb The Ladder

All great leaders have a “different” brain??

According to a study published by the Journal of Applied Psychology, the brains of famous leaders like Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher are wired differently than your average Joe, making them bound to be successful leaders.

And if you’re thinking “well there goes my chances of being successful”, don’t fret just yet. While you may not have extra power going to the decision making and memory section of your brain, there are still ways you can become a great leader.

If you have the determination, work ethic, and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty, then this is for you. Here’s how you can take the best shot at becoming a successful leader (without some fancy “leadership gene”).

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TRIVIA ANSWER: Actuary