What does it mean to tailor your resume? Think of your resume as an outfit. You need to change up your clothing depending on where you’re going and the image you’re trying to project. You’re still the same person; you’re just using that outfit to cater to the room. That’s the same attitude you should [...] The post 4 ways to tailor your resume to a job description appeared first on Prepped ..read more

One of the things that should be considered when you’re searching for a job is your personality. It sounds simple, but do you actually take the time to consider how being an extrovert plays a role in how you find a job you’ll love? You should, because being an extrovert impacts how you communicate and [...] The post How to find a job as an extrovert appeared first on Prepped ..read more

There’s a lot to think about when preparing for your job search. You need to make sure your resume is right, practice your interview etiquette, and practice networking to get you a leg up. But what about taking your personality into account? Your personality plays a big part in how you go about your job [...] The post How to find a job as an introvert appeared first on Prepped ..read more

For those of you who are students or recent grads, there’s a good chance that you’re sharing your space with someone else. This is something not-so-recent grads are also experiencing, and learning how to share that workspace is a tactic you’ll need to master. The world has shifted nearly completely online, and that includes how [...] The post How to share a work from home space with others appeared first on Prepped ..read more

Since March of 2020, companies have transitioned employees to working from home as the global pandemic has upended the workplace for many Canadians. As some speculate this may be the death of the corporate office, companies are making a permanent shift to work from home positions.   If you’re looking to land employment that gives you [...] The post How to find a work from home job in Canada appeared first on Prepped ..read more

When it comes to your job search, standing out from the pack is tough, which is why you should take every opportunity to shine. One of the ways to do this is by showcasing your accomplishments with a work portfolio – in addition to a winning resume. We breakdown what a professional work portfolio is [...] The post How to build a professional work portfolio appeared first on Prepped ..read more

Job interviews can be a nerve-wracking experience. You want to impress, yet you’re not sure what you’ll be asked by a hiring manager. One set of questions you’ll need to be prepared to answer are behavioural-based interview questions. We explain what they are and how to answer them with confidence. What are behavioural based interview [...] The post How to answer common behavioural interview questions appeared first on Prepped ..read more

We don’t have to stress how important resumes are. They’re your profile to inform future employers what you’re capable of. But even if you’re fresh out of university or still finishing up, you’ve likely accomplished a lot. Deciding on what to feature in your resume can be a difficult decision, but understanding the do’s and [...] The post The resume summary: Why it’s important and how to do it right appeared first on Prepped ..read more

Though it may be tempting to skip over, a cover letter is an essential part of job hunting. It’s your first introduction to a future employer – so make it shine! Standing out from the crowd takes a little effort and maybe a thesaurus, but it’s worth it. We’ve put together some tips to help [...] The post How to write a cover letter that will get attention appeared first on Prepped ..read more

Resume writing is a skill. Here are some do’s and don’ts of resume writing to help see you through to the interview round. The post Do’s and don’ts of resume writing and editing appeared first on Prepped ..read more