Lauren Bedford

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Finance Writer at LifeAndMyFinances

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Will the 2024 US Election Results Affect the Job Market?

Dec 5, 2024 | rezi.ai | Lauren Bedford

“Not only will we stop our businesses from leaving for foreign lands, but we are going to take other countries’ jobs. American workers will no longer be worried about losing your jobs to foreign nations, foreign nations will be worried about losing their jobs to America — and it won’t even be difficult.” These words were spoken by Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Savannah, where he vowed to overhaul the American workforce with his signature bravado.
MBTI at Work: How Personality Type Influences Your Work Style

Nov 14, 2024 | rezi.ai | Lauren Bedford

We all have that colleague who dodges the coffee machine to avoid small talk. Or the one who’s ready to psychoanalyze your sandwich choice and link it to childhood trauma. Welcome to the workplace, where personalities mix in a truly chaotic dance (in the middle of which you spend roughly a third of your life). How do you make sense of it all without getting lost?
Academic CV: How to Write a Curriculum Vitae (With Examples)

Oct 4, 2024 | rezi.ai | Lauren Bedford

You have a long list of qualifications, awards, and other scholarly activities — but how do you decide what to include and how to organize it all? A quick search online will give you different answers. The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to an academic CV. But it’s not a free-for-all either. What you include and how you structure your CV depends on the position you’re aiming for, your experience level, and the specific guidelines of the institution.
I Hate My Job: What to Do, and When Is It Time to Quit?

Sep 12, 2024 | rezi.ai | Lauren Bedford

You spend a huge chunk of your life at work — five days a week, eight hours a day. When you’re stuck in a job you can’t stand, it consumes you. The dread when the alarm clock screams, the endless countdown to freedom, the stress that follows you home — it’s suffocating. I've been there, and so have many others. But here’s the thing: staying miserable isn’t the answer. Feeling trapped and exhausted is hard, but doing nothing is even worse.
10 Best Fonts for a Resume: Choosing the Right Style and Size

Sep 12, 2024 | rezi.ai | Lauren Bedford

Imagine walking into an interview in an outfit that doesn’t fit the setting — no matter how qualified you are, that choice will overshadow your experience. The same goes for your resume’s font. It’s the first thing recruiters notice and sets the tone for how they’ll perceive you. When choosing the best font for your resume, aim for a professional look that’s easy to scan.
How to End a Cover Letter: 20+ Closing Examples and Tips

Sep 5, 2024 | rezi.ai | Lauren Bedford

Your closing cover letter paragraph should convey confidence and enthusiasm about the opportunity. Briefly recap how your background and skills match the role, emphasizing the value you can bring to the company. Align your career aspirations with the company’s mission using specific examples to show why you’re a great fit. Close by thanking the reader for their consideration, and include a respectful call to action, like expressing your interest in discussing the role further.
How to Write a Resume With No Experience: 10+ Examples

Aug 22, 2024 | rezi.ai | Lauren Bedford

To write a good resume with little to no work experience, highlight your education first, listing relevant courses and impressive GPA if you’ve got it. Include part-time jobs, volunteer work, internships, and school projects in the experience section to show you’ve been building skills. Add a skills section, focusing on the hard and soft skills you’ve picked up from education, hobbies, or work. Tailor your resume to each job by weaving in keywords from the job description.
How to Describe Good Work Ethic on a Resume (With Adjectives)

Aug 8, 2024 | rezi.ai | Lauren Bedford

Your work ethic encompasses all the soft skills of being a hard worker — but it’s about showing, not telling. Use action verbs and specific examples to detail achievements or positive outcomes in your work history. Highlight your dedication through concrete results, like meeting tight deadlines, improving processes, or boosting team performance.
How to List Resume Language Skills? (Levels & Examples)

Aug 8, 2024 | rezi.ai | Lauren Bedford

The best way to list language skills on your resume depends on the job and your proficiency level. Tailor your resume to highlight how your skills meet the employer’s needs and can contribute to your future role. If the position heavily depends on using other languages, put them in a dedicated section with clear classifications, certifications, and experiences to describe your level.
45+ Best Communication Skills for Your Resume (Examples)

Aug 7, 2024 | rezi.ai | Lauren Bedford

When adding communication skills to your resume, focus on tailoring them to the job ad and using specific terms from the job description. Highlight achievements showcasing your communication strengths, whether it's leading a project, resolving conflicts, or using digital tools like Slack and Zoom. This not only aligns you with what employers are seeking, but also boosts your chances with applicant tracking systems.