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  • Michael Jordan stands beside a resume graphic highlighting his legendary basketball career, with bold text reading “Michael Jordan Celebrity Resume” against a dramatic basketball arena background. The image presents a fun, resume-style look at the accomplishments of one of the greatest athletes of all time.

    Michael Jordan Celebrity Resume

    Published On: February 7th, 2024Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Celebrity Resume

    The following post features the Michael Jordan Celebrity Resume. Say what you will about LeBron, Kobe, Wilt, or Larry [...]

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    Introduction to the Workforce Recruitment Program (for Students and Recent Graduates with Disabilities)

    Published On: February 5th, 2024Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Entry Level, Federal

    The following post provides an Introduction to the Workforce Recruitment Program (for Students and Recent Graduates with Disabilities). Good [...]

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    Why Job Seekers Should Use Glassdoor Before Applying

    Published On: February 3rd, 2024Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Job Search

    The following post explores Why Job Seekers Should Use Glassdoor Before Applying. Glassdoor is an established online platform that [...]

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    Why You Should Target Companies Headquartered in Your City

    Published On: February 1st, 2024Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Companies, Job Search

    The following post explores Why You Should Target Companies Headquartered in Your City. Wherever you call home, there are [...]

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    Applying to Federal Jobs without a Security Clearance

    Published On: January 26th, 2024Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal

    The following post explores the topic of Applying to Federal Jobs Without a Security Clearance. Good news for those [...]

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    Benefits of LinkedIn Recommendations (for Job Seekers)

    Published On: January 21st, 2024Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: LinkedIn

    The following post explores Benefits of LinkedIn Recommendations (for Job Seekers). Are you looking to make your LinkedIn profile [...]

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    Can You Get a Federal Job with a Criminal Record?

    Published On: January 17th, 2024Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal

    The following post explores the question: Can You Get a Federal Job with a Criminal Record? If you have [...]

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    Understanding GS Level in Federal Jobs

    Published On: October 1st, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal

    The following post explores the topic of Understanding GS Levels in Federal Jobs. New to USAJOBS? If so, one [...]

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    Introduction to The Pathways Program (for Students and Recent Graduates)

    Published On: August 20th, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Entry Level, Federal

    The following post offers an Introduction to The Pathways Program (for Students and Recent Graduates). Are you a student [...]

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    What Is Resume Paper and Why Should You Use It?

    Published On: August 14th, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Job Search, Resume Writing

    The following post explores What Is Resume Paper and Why Should You Use It? Does anyone actually print out [...]

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    Benefits of Joining LinkedIn Groups (for Job Seekers)

    Published On: July 20th, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: LinkedIn

    The following post explore the Benefits of Joining LinkedIn Groups. Thinking about joining LinkedIn groups? They're worth considering if [...]

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    Understanding Military Spouse Preference (for Federal Job Seekers)

    Published On: July 15th, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal

    The following post takes a closer look at Understanding Military Spouse Preference. Being married to an active duty military [...]

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    Pros and Cons of Federal Employment

    Published On: July 2nd, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal

    The following post explores the Pros and Cons of Federal Employment. Thinking about pursuing a job with the United [...]

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    Pros and Cons of Posting on LinkedIn After Being Laid Off

    Published On: June 12th, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: LinkedIn

    The following post explores Posting on LinkedIn After Being Laid Off. After being laid off, you may wonder whether [...]

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    Best and Worst Resume Services on BBB

    Published On: June 8th, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Services

    The following post explores the Best and Worst Resume Services on BBB. When searching for a resume service, it's [...]

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    Options for Creating a Federal Resume

    Published On: April 9th, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal, Resume Writing

    The following post explores Options for Creating a Federal Resume. If you’re thinking about building a Federal Resume for [...]

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    Tips for Writing an Elevator Pitch for Job Seekers (with DIY Worksheet)

    Published On: March 22nd, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Interviewing, Job Search

    The following post offers Tips for Writing an Elevator Pitch for Job Seekers. In today’s fast-moving world, you don’t [...]

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    Adding Job Location Type on LinkedIn

    Published On: February 23rd, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: LinkedIn

    Whether you worked on-site, hybrid, or remotely – adding a job location type for each job on your LinkedIn [...]

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    What to Consider When Comparing Multiple Job Offers (With PDF Worksheet)

    Published On: February 17th, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Job Search

    The following post explores What to Consider When Comparing Multiple Job Offers (with PDF Worksheet). Are you weighing multiple [...]

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    Federal Job Eligibility Requirements Explained

    Published On: February 5th, 2023Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal

    The following post explores Federal Job Eligibility Requirements Explained. Are you interested in applying to jobs with the U.S. [...]

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    Importance of Cover Letters for Job Search Success (with PDF Guide)

    Published On: December 12th, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Resume Writing

    The following post explores the topic of the Importance of Cover Letters for Job Search Success. Many job seekers [...]

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  • Benefits of Using Hashtags on LinkedIn (for Job Seekers)

    Published On: November 10th, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: LinkedIn

    The following post explores Benefits of Using Hashtags on LinkedIn (for Job Seekers). Wondering how to make better use [...]

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  • YouTube-style thumbnail for a LinkedIn tutorial featuring bold “Adding a Career Break on LinkedIn” text, an early-50s professional man pointing to a mock LinkedIn profile section showing a career break entry, all set against a blue background with LinkedIn branding.

    Adding a Career Break on LinkedIn

    Published On: November 2nd, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: LinkedIn

    The following post explores Adding a Career Break on LinkedIn. Are you worried about an employment gap on your [...]

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    Understanding Age Discrimination and How to Handle it

    Published On: August 22nd, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Job Search

    This post explores Understanding Age Discrimination and How To Handle It. Approaching 50 years old? 60 years old? As [...]

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    How to Apply for Federal Jobs on USAJOBS

    Published On: August 8th, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal

    The following post explores How to Apply for Federal Jobs on USAJOBS. Federal jobs offer strong benefits, long-term stability, [...]

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    How to Add Projects to Your LinkedIn Profile

    Published On: June 1st, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: LinkedIn

    The following post explores How to Add Projects to Your LinkedIn Profile. Have you ever looked at your LinkedIn [...]

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    Understanding the SkillBridge Program (for Service Members)

    Published On: May 26th, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal

    The following post provides explores Understanding the SkillBridge Program (for Service Members). Is your military service time winding down? [...]

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    JobStars BBB Complaint Free Award

    Published On: May 25th, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: JobStars News

    Since joining BBB in 2017, JobStars USA has received multiple consecutive Complaint Free Awards from the Better Business Bureau of [...]

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    Situations for Using the Keirsey Career Temperament

    Published On: May 21st, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Career Planning, JobStars Career Coaching

    The following post explores Situations for Using the Keirsey Career Temperament. Have you ever questioned what truly motivates you [...]

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    Entering the Federal Hiring Process from the Private Sector

    Published On: May 12th, 2022Categories: Job Seekers Blog, Tips & AdviceTags: Federal

    The following post explores Entering the Federal Hiring Process from the Private Sector. Are you thinking of applying to [...]

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