CAREER RESOURCES

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Job Search Resources for All Career Stages.

Whether pursuing your dream role or securing a temporary position, these vetted resources connect you with in-person and remote opportunities. Note: We intentionally exclude AI-powered job aggregators that mass-apply to thousands of positions, as these pay-to-play services often diminish application quality and candidate control.

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His forthright tone makes it easy to understand. Just corralling with a technique like mindfulness can turn off the negative thoughts for a while, but nothing really gets resolved. Kross teaches us how to corral AND convert that voice into a valuable constructive ally. The bonus in owning the book are the tools at the end. All the principles, and techniques Kross refers to are listed together in this section- especially like ranking easiest to most difficult to implement.  My favorite is one of the fast ones—turn the chatter into 2nd or 3rd person using one’s name instead of “me” or “I.” It helps you zoom out from your inner voice and think more like a problem-solver not for yourself but for someone else. Purchase

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Online Job Search Resources

Let’s start this list off with some big players that you have probably heard of before, but are still great options to find in person and remote work:

LinkedIn: The world’s largest professional network. Create a profile and connect with previous employers, alumni, and famous business people. In a world where in-person contact has become less common, LinkedIn makes networking easy. Send direct messages to alumni who work at a company you are interested in or to the HR manager hiring for the job you just applied to. It is a great resource to make yourself stand out from the crowd and make personal connections.

Indeed: One of the most popular online resources for job search, Indeed has a variety of features that makes it so popular. For starters, profile building is easy by uploading your resume or even building a new one through Indeed. In addition, Indeed is a great place to leave or gauge reviews on businesses to gain a better perspective on the work environment while also viewing various salaries of certain positions. Since Indeed is so popular and mainstream, it is worth taking a look.

ZipRecruiter: ZipRecruiter is big on providing a simple way to apply for positions to maximize potential opportunities. This is done by creating a well-organized profile with all of your information, then optimizing opportunities with the “one-click apply” feature. This allows anyone who wants to apply for as many jobs as possible to spend the time to customize their profile and then be able to apply for positions each day quickly. ZipRecruiter also features salary and business reviews as well as its competitors.

Upwork: Upwork brings personalization to a completely different level. To build your profile is a ten step process, and be sure to do it extensively to ensure you create a good representation of yourself. From there, Upwork is a website that focuses on remote freelance work. Upwork deducts a fee from each job you are paid for, and has you pay a connection fee after applying to about ten jobs. Just simply update your interests in your profile and find remote opportunities that are short and long-term.

TeamworkOnline: is the largest professional network for the sports industry. With over 1,200 organizations and nearly 6,000 open jobs, this site is a great place to begin your search. These positions include media roles, marketing, scouting and much more.

Glassdoor: Another extremely popular resource, Glassdoor shares similar features to Indeed, including anonymous reviews and salary reports, while also having easy customization for your profile. A unique feature that Glassdoor does have is an interview feature where you can review certain interview questions to help prepare for that important job opportunity.

Let’s now take a look at some smaller players that may be under your radar and in some cases focus on unique opportunities in niche markets:

Adzuna: Uses your employment history to narrow down results to create a personalized list of jobs. Browse jobs by industry or location. Adzuna has job opportunities across the world. They use unique tools, such as “Value My Resume,” where you upload your resume and it tells you what your skills are worth in the job market. It also scans your resume for errors.

Built In: With a focus on technology, Built In is a top resource for anyone interested in working at a start-up or large tech firm. There are thousands of jobs to choose from at companies across the nation. Narrow down results by “tech-hub” location. Built-in has an entire section dedicated to salary, broken down by category. Interested in becoming certified in a technology topic? Search from hundreds of topics and courses of interest.

CareerBuilder: You can post your career goals and work experience for employers to see. Find remote work in an incredibly extensive job search list. Over a hundred different specific fields to choose from and selecting remote work will put you in contact with a ton of remote jobs. The website is not the flashiest in terms of style, but has a lot of different opportunities and career advice.

CareerShift (Premium Account Necessary): An online platform designed to help job seekers and career professionals streamline their job search and career development. The service provides access to a comprehensive job database, networking opportunities, and tools for organizing job applications and contacts. CareerShift also offers resume-building resources and company research features, enabling users to target specific employers and industries.

Cleverism: A great and easy-to-use website for more than just applying to jobs. Cleverism lets you create your resume and cover letter right on the website, where you choose from templates to customize.

College Grad: For the recent graduate navigating the job market. Most jobs are located in or near large cities across the US, but there are some in smaller cities. You can browse by level, job title, industry, and location, making the search very user-friendly. There are career profiles for over 600 occupations, with job descriptions, duties, how to get into the field, salary, and other important information.

Coroflot: Fantastic online resource when looking for work in the design and creative field. You can search for general opportunities in the “All Jobs” section of the website, and can adjust your settings based on remote work, location, role, location, and level, ranging from intern to executive. You can also see the salary of the listed job in comparison to the median salary ranging from 25th to 75th percentile. A great feature of the site is the project search bar, where you can view the many designs from featured candidates who want to showcase their talent and ability. A must look for anyone pursuing a career in design.

Craigslist Jobs: I know what you’re thinking…Craigslist? But Craigslist is a great resource for finding a job. You can narrow down results by state and city, and there are many fields to choose from. Many employers use craigslist to list jobs because it is a low-cost option for posting opportunities. It is especially useful for manual jobs or creative jobs.

Creative Circle: Another remote resource for anyone pursuing a career in the creative industry. The job search feature has creative jobs in design, development, motion/video, production, copywriting, editing, user experience, and senior-level positions. They put a huge emphasis on freelance opportunities, and if you are a working freelancer on Creative Circle, you can manage your hours through their timesheet and even assist you with 1099 tax forms. You fully have access to the local Creative Circle team to help work on your portfolio to find more freelance creative opportunities.

Dice: For tech professionals searching for new opportunities. Dice not only has a large job database, but lets you know what skills are trending to help you stand out. Easily search from thousands of the top jobs in the industry.

eFinancial Careers: Financial service professionals – this website is for you. Search jobs throughout the finance industry for any stage of your career. They have tons of financial news to help keep you up to date, as well as advice about navigating the job market. Attend one of their virtual career events led by the top companies in the industry.

Exponent (Premium Account Necessary): For candidates interested in tech, this platform will connect you with a wide network from top companies, get your resume out there, and land you with referrals to open the door to interesting opportunities. You can submit 1 referral request per month without a membership, or unlimited with a membership.

Facebook Jobs: Not just for connecting with friends and family. Facebook jobs is a lesser-known resource but has a lot of options to choose from. There are jobs in all industries and the listings show the salary range. Subscribe to job alerts to receive notifications about new openings.

Fashion United: The website is dedicated to fashion news, but has an impressive job board. Jobs range from entry-level trainee programs, designer and graphic design, to art director. There are opportunities at major brands, as well as small showrooms.

Flex Jobs (Premium Account Necessary): The top resource for remote and hybrid jobs. The search is easy to use and has many filters that get specific about what you are looking for. Great for the digital nomad always on the go or the person who just enjoys the remote work life. Flex Jobs hosts many events and webinars to help you throughout your career.

Generation Hired (Premium Account Necessary): A new platform created with Gen Z in mind. They take a modern twist on the job search. You can create a profile, with your major and job interests, so employers can filter through profiles that match what they are looking for and find you. If a company is interested in you, they will reach out through text. Generation Hired also provides live and on-demand content featuring executives from top companies, as well as career resources to help in the search.

GetWork: This is a great resource for anyone navigating the job market. Narrow down results by job title, company or keyword, and city, state, or zip code. Get Work scours the internet to provide a comprehensive list of the best jobs out there. Search for millions of opportunities across the country. Don’t live in the U.S.? No problem! GetWork has a Canadian and UK website too.

Google Jobs: Looking for a job doesn’t get easier than Google Jobs. Google “jobs near me” and a large list of jobs come up. There are a lot of filters to narrow down the results and it is extremely user friendly.

Idealist: Find remote work easily by indicating in the job search bar “Remote” and then making preferences based on education level and industry. Not much profile personalization, but a ton of different opportunities for students since you can indicate your education level to find more appropriate jobs. The only downside is the wish to be able to search what industry you want in the advanced search bar rather than having to choose solely from the dropdown menu.

Jobspresso: A great website to find remote work, a huge plus of the site is the ability to create a profile page with a professional summary, and then post your resume on the website to network with companies based on your interest. To find remote opportunities, go to “Browse Jobs” and select “All Remote Jobs”. From there you can mix and match your career preferences by even combining selected fields to find a more specific job!

Law Jobs: One of the top-rated websites for professionals in the legal field. Law Jobs makes searching for a legal job easy by bringing all positions to one place. There are thousands of opportunities added daily. You can apply to jobs or post a resume on your account and have companies find you. Check out their blog with advice specific to jobs in law.

Media Bistro: A great resource for anyone who wants to pursue a career in media. There are job options for all fields, from PR to legal. There are job opportunities for every experience level to work for top media companies, such as NBCUniversal, Fox, and Hearst.

Media-Match (Premium Account Necessary), Entertainment Careers, and Staff Me Up: For anyone interesting in film, TV, or media, these are great resources. While they are very similar, Media-Match focuses on opportunities for crew and production positions. They have a large database of companies to search from across the US. Entertainment Careers has a little something for everyone. Search through PR and publicist jobs, writing jobs, or music industry jobs. Staff Me Up is a media production platform that gives you access to exclusive job opportunities. They have job opportunities at large production companies in everything from camera operator or director to hair and makeup.

On-Ramps: An easy-to-use social impact sector job database and recruiting service. It provides robust details on salary, benefits, job description, and required skills to make the job search process as transparent as possible.

Philanthropy.org: For those interested in the non-profit space, Philanthropy.org plans to launch a job-board to “connect mission-driven professionals with nonprofits, foundations, and organizations that need their expertise.” They plan to post job opportunities for fundraising, grant writing, and other roles in the social impact space. Stay tuned!

School Spring: A great website for individuals who work in education. Search by location, category, grade, and job type. There are positions from teachers and professors to support staff. School Spring makes the process easy and streamlined.

Simply Hired: Search jobs based on location and industry, with thousands of internships to choose from. Many companies have salaries and ratings, based on current and past employees’ experience. In addition to jobs, find advice for job seekers, such as resume and cover letter advice and sample interview questions.

The Muse: Using “Find jobs” and then selecting “All remote/flexible” you can find jobs in a variety of fields. Unfortunately, you cannot update results based on field interest, but there are enough jobs to find something you’re interested in. Also features a free career advice page to learn how to interact with companies remotely and learn more information about featured companies. Very well set-up website and is aesthetically pleasing!

USA Jobs: The top resource for anyone looking for a job working in politics. Find positions with the Navy, Department of Justice, or the US Attorney’s office. All job postings include the starting salary and hourly requirements.

U.S. News: A lesser-known job board with a lot to offer. Search from hundreds of thousands of jobs in all specialties. You don’t need to make a username and it is easy to navigate. You can filter jobs by title, zip code, and salary. There is also a career advice section with plenty of helpful tips and tricks for landing the perfect job.

Wayup: After making your personalized profile with your resume, professional summary and skills go straight to featured remote jobs and make preferences based on industry and job type. It is super easy to find a ton of jobs! Wayup also offers featured companies that have a quick response rate and good credibility. It is so easy to apply directly on Wayup and communicate with employers.

Working Nomads (Premium Account Necessary): A job board that specializes in remote positions around the world. It includes positions in all categories for individuals who enjoy the freedom of work from home life. There are not a ton of filters, but search keywords to narrow down results.