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[Featured Image] A woman wearing a tan jacket and glasses is interviewing a candidate for a manager position.

Common Interview Questions for Managers + Tips to Prepare

Use these common interview questions for managers to prepare for your interview. We'll share tips on what the recruiter is looking for when asking management interview questions, how you can answer them, and interview practice strategies.

June 10, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue jacket, red and white top, and glasses works on her resume.

Top Skills to Put On Your Resume for Job Applications in 2025

A big part of building a successful job application is effectively using your resume to highlight your skills. Learn more about what skills to include (and how to include them) to make the most impact.

June 10, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person in a black shirt and brown sweater reads over the cover letter for an internal position that's hiring.

How to Write a Cover Letter for an Internal Position

A cover letter can help give you a competitive edge as a candidate, even when you're applying for an internal position.

June 9, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A woman wearing a tan jacket and glasses is interviewing a candidate for a manager position.

Common Interview Questions for Managers + Tips to Prepare

Use these common interview questions for managers to prepare for your interview. We'll share tips on what the recruiter is looking for when asking management interview questions, how you can answer them, and interview practice strategies.

June 10, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue jacket, red and white top, and glasses works on her resume.

Top Skills to Put On Your Resume for Job Applications in 2025

A big part of building a successful job application is effectively using your resume to highlight your skills. Learn more about what skills to include (and how to include them) to make the most impact.

June 10, 2022

Article

Top courses for career success

University of California, Irvine

Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Business Writing, Goal Setting, Negotiation, Cash Management, Business Planning, Planning, Project Controls, Feasibility Studies, Delegation Skills, Peer Review, Team Leadership, Business Correspondence, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Professional Networking, Financial Analysis, Communication Strategies, Communication, Emotional Intelligence

4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
44K reviews

Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

IBM

Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Presentations, Interpersonal Communications, Teamwork, Conflict Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Constructive Feedback, Creative Thinking, Root Cause Analysis, Team Building, Virtual Teams, Team Oriented, Public Speaking, Agile Methodology, Persuasive Communication, Client Services, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Business Research

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
3.5K reviews

Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Meta

Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, User Research, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Structures, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Web Development Tools

Build toward a degree

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
22K reviews

Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

[Featured image] A young person with glasses interviews with a man sitting across the table from her.

23 Questions You Can Expect in a Final Interview

A final interview is usually one last opportunity to discuss your experience and skill set. Learn more about how to prepare so you're comfortable and confident.

June 7, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue striped top and glasses follows up with a recruiter about a job opportunity.

How to Follow Up With a Recruiter

You've spoken with a recruiter. Now what? Learn more about the next steps you can take to keep the interview process moving.

June 6, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person in a maroon shirt sits at a wooden table and works on their LinkedIn profile on a laptop.

How to Create a Striking LinkedIn Profile: Guide + Tips

Your LinkedIn profile is a dynamic resume. On it, you can highlight your credentials and work experience alongside your achievements and portfolio samples.

June 2, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue jacket and red and striped top looks over a chronological resume.

Chronological Resume Guide: Template and Tips

Learn when to use a chronological resume format, and get tips on how to write your own.

May 31, 2022

Article

[Featured Image]: A smiling HR manager holds a resume and talks with a potential employee while they are both sitting at a table in a sunny office.

Types of Resumes: Choosing the Right Format for Your Needs

Learn about the common types of resumes—such as chronological, functional, and combination—and decide which resume type is right for your job search.

May 27, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A young person in a yellow top sits in front of their computer, looking at a document.

16 Video Interview Tips for Success

Learn more about ways you can prepare before, during, and after your next video interview.

May 27, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person in a business suit holds an interview with a potential employee.

12 Types of Interviews You May Find in a Job Search

The job application process might involve several different interviews, each with its own focus. Learn more about the purpose of each, with tips on how to stand out.

May 27, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person sits at their desk with a laptop on their knees while answering phone interview questions.

Phone Interview Questions: What to Expect

Prepare for your interview by reviewing some common interview questions that could be asked and how you can answer them.

May 24, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A hiring manager in a business suit writes on a notepad as she interviews someone for a leadership role.

11 Leadership Interview Questions to Help You Prepare

Leadership interview questions tend to inquire about your experience working with a team, resolving conflicts, communicating with others, and motivating people to do their best.

May 9, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person in a black shirt and brown sweater reads over the cover letter for an internal position that's hiring.

How to Write a Cover Letter for an Internal Position

A cover letter can help give you a competitive edge as a candidate, even when you're applying for an internal position.

June 9, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A young person with glasses interviews with a man sitting across the table from her.

23 Questions You Can Expect in a Final Interview

A final interview is usually one last opportunity to discuss your experience and skill set. Learn more about how to prepare so you're comfortable and confident.

June 7, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue striped top and glasses follows up with a recruiter about a job opportunity.

How to Follow Up With a Recruiter

You've spoken with a recruiter. Now what? Learn more about the next steps you can take to keep the interview process moving.

June 6, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person in a maroon shirt sits at a wooden table and works on their LinkedIn profile on a laptop.

How to Create a Striking LinkedIn Profile: Guide + Tips

Your LinkedIn profile is a dynamic resume. On it, you can highlight your credentials and work experience alongside your achievements and portfolio samples.

June 2, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue jacket and red and striped top looks over a chronological resume.

Chronological Resume Guide: Template and Tips

Learn when to use a chronological resume format, and get tips on how to write your own.

May 31, 2022

Article

[Featured Image]: A smiling HR manager holds a resume and talks with a potential employee while they are both sitting at a table in a sunny office.

Types of Resumes: Choosing the Right Format for Your Needs

Learn about the common types of resumes—such as chronological, functional, and combination—and decide which resume type is right for your job search.

May 27, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A young person in a yellow top sits in front of their computer, looking at a document.

16 Video Interview Tips for Success

Learn more about ways you can prepare before, during, and after your next video interview.

May 27, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person in a business suit holds an interview with a potential employee.

12 Types of Interviews You May Find in a Job Search

The job application process might involve several different interviews, each with its own focus. Learn more about the purpose of each, with tips on how to stand out.

May 27, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person sits at their desk with a laptop on their knees while answering phone interview questions.

Phone Interview Questions: What to Expect

Prepare for your interview by reviewing some common interview questions that could be asked and how you can answer them.

May 24, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A hiring manager in a business suit writes on a notepad as she interviews someone for a leadership role.

11 Leadership Interview Questions to Help You Prepare

Leadership interview questions tend to inquire about your experience working with a team, resolving conflicts, communicating with others, and motivating people to do their best.

May 9, 2022

Article

Congratulations! If you've made it here you're ready to make a change in your career. To make it easier to take the next step, we've broken down the job search process into key tasks with a wealth of free resources to make your move easier. Bookmark this page to refer to throughout your job search—we'll be adding new resources regularly.

  • Resumes and cover letters

  • Job applications

  • Professional networking

  • Work-life balance

  • Portfolio projects

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