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30 Second Video Resume

Making a video resume is an exciting way for others to connect with you and for you to have a more proactive job-seeking experience.

A Career in Non-Profit Organization

When you know you want your daily work to have meaning and make a positive impact on others; then a career in the nonprofit sector just might be for you.

Exploring Career in Immersive Technology

We live in an astounding time for technology. Several innovations are perched to change the world as we know it forever, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and of course, virtual reality and augmented reality.

Headed for Career in Tech Industries?

The explosive job growth of the information technology industry began just about two decades ago, and it has barely slowed down since. So you’re about to launch a job search – but you’re not sure where to begin? Learn tips here..

The Power of Positive Thinking for Your Career

A positive and optimistic attitude is very powerful and can have an amazing impact on a job search. If you are looking to advance your career, you will definitely want to consider the power of positive thinking.

How To Write An Elevator Pitch That Gets You A Job!

60 seconds. AND as a job hunter, you’re supposed to wow others with a mini-pitch all about you? With just a little bit of preparation, you can craft an elevator pitch that you’ll want to shout to the world.

Networking – The Best Tool For Job Search

It’s easy to get caught up in your daily routine, but networking can bring you outside of it and give you a larger perspective about the Industry or Companies you are interested in. Networking can help you land a job!

Careers in Healthcare, Biotech and Life Sciences Industries

According to insiders who are Bay Area Managers working at various companies, you might be surprised to learn that a large portion of the healthcare and biotech jobs available are considered “non-clinical.”

Your Job Search and Career in Banking

If you are looking for a job or considering a career in banking, there are a few things to think about for your job search. Learn more here.

The Three Stages of Virtual Interviews

Here is a discussion of all three stages of the interview process to ensure that you have the tools to express your best self during an interview.

Improve your job search even during a pandemic

Searching for a job during a pandemic is can make job hunters feel lost and overwhelmed. The Job Forum panelists helped by providing a number of tips to aid in their search process.

Quick Tips for Virtual Interviews from The Job Forum

The rise of virtual interviews with COVID-19 can make your next steps feel more unfamiliar and nerve-wracking. Below are tips for improving your virtual interview skills.

You’ve got an interview, now what?

You’ve got an in-person interview scheduled. Congratulations! It’s high stakes, possibly your only opportunity to get the job you’ve been seeking. But interviewing is not your strong suit.

Assessing your Job Search

You’ve been applying for jobs and getting interviews, but you’re not getting offers. Here are some criteria and questions to help you assess and adjust.

How to Market Yourself to get the Job You Want

Interested in stress-tested best practices for optimizing your resume, LinkedIn, portfolio website, or GitHub profile? The following guidelines are your foundation to craft materials that will make your candidacy shine.

Help for Beginning Your Career

Beginning your career is a confusing time since so much is at stake. Here are some basic steps that will increase your chances for success in finding early career employment.

Job Forum Lessons

As I walk to Montgomery St in San Francisco standing at the changing light, I wonder what I will learn about looking for a job this night. I am going to The Job Forum, a forum of volunteer panelists made of hiring managers who give job searchers help...