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Debra Wheatman, President of Careers Done Write, provides expert insight to the job search process that puts your career in gear with tips for interviewing, networking, job search strategies and how to create a winning resume and cover letter.
AI and the Craft of Writing
If you are seeking a new role, you know that the single most important thing you need to do is stand out from all the other candidates in the crowded field. One of the most significant problems with AI-generated content is that it lacks originality. Large language models produce content based on the patterns and data they’ve been trained on. In other words, the resulting content may mirror common themes, phrases, and ideas found in its training data. This often leads to generic, formulaic, and repetitive content. Generative models also produce content that lacks a unique voice, as they create content based on patterns and data rather than personal experiences or individual styles….
Recent Grads Face a Tough Employment Market
This year’s college graduates are entering a tougher job market than last year’s. The Federal Reserve reports that the unemployment rate for recent grads was 5.8% as of March, up from 4.6% a year ago. The share of new graduates working jobs that don’t require their degrees — a situation known as “underemployment” — hit 41.2% in March, rising from 40.6% that same month in 2024. Although young grads have lower unemployment rates than the broader labor market, The Atlantic points out that this gap has narrowed to a record low, making some newly minted grads question the benefits of a bachelor’s degree….
De-center Work and Live Better
The idea of work and what it entails has changed, yet the workweek has only become longer. The 1960s were characterized by rapid workforce growth, economic transformation from automation, and policy attention to poverty alleviation through―Great Society programs. The deindustrialization of the 1980s, along with the ensuing Digital Age, the capacity for connectedness has made it possible for us to be accessible and able to work anywhere, anytime. In the past century, the American conception of work has shifted from jobs to careers to callings—from necessity to status to meaning….
Consensus vs. Agreement: What It Means for Better Business and Hiring Decisions
“Agreement” and “consensus” are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings—especially in the context of decision-making. Consensus is reached when most people in a group support or can live with a decision, even if they do not fully agree with every aspect. This differs from unanimous agreement, which requires full support from every individual. In consensus, the final decision is acceptable to all involved, but the depth of agreement may vary. Everyone agrees to move forward, even if it is not their personal first choice….
ATS Provider Workday Faces Class-Action Discrimination Lawsuit
Derek Mobley and four other plaintiffs have filed a discrimination lawsuit against Workday in the United States District Court of the Northern District of California. Mobley – a 40-year-old Black man – claims that he had been turned down for more than 100 jobs he applied for through Workday’s platform, blaming the AI algorithms’ biases for this occurrence. Thousands of organizations use Workday’s AI-based applicant screening tools, which can automatically reject or advance applicants….
Dealing With a Bad Boss
What do bad bosses do? Frequently cited grievances include micromanaging, bullying, avoiding conflict, ducking decisions, stealing credit, shifting blame, hoarding information, failing to listen, setting a poor example, slacking, and not developing staff. Such dysfunctional behavior would make anyone unhappy and unproductive. However, whatever sins your boss commits, managing your relationship with him or her is a critical part of your job. Doing it well is a key indicator of how effective you are….
Media Literacy in the Digital Age
Media literacy has become an essential skill in the digital age, where the internet and various forms of media play a pivotal role in the daily lives of individuals. The ability to critically evaluate content across diverse media platforms empowers individuals to actively navigate the complex landscape of modern information rather than consume it passively. The abundance of sources and the speed at which information spreads online demand that one possesses the skills to distinguish between credible and misleading or biased content….
Don’t Get Scammed!
Employment scams are becoming more common, and job seekers continue to be a target of cunning scammers. If you’re looking for a new job, be alert to these scams by learning what to watch out for to better safeguard yourself against them. Criminals will pose as reputable companies and post fictitious job descriptions on fake websites that look like the real thing. They will then make fraudulent job offers to job seekers. Sometimes, they ask for money, banking details, or other personally identifiable information….
Women’s History Month: Educational Firsts for American Women
To create an inclusive environment that fosters professional and personal success for all employees, regardless of gender, institutions are taking proactive measures. These measures include providing equal access to resources, facilities, and opportunities, promoting gender-inclusive policies and practices, and actively supporting programs and initiatives that help to break down gender-based barriers. We have come a long way, but much work still needs to be done….
International Women’s Month: The Woman Who Saved America from a Pharmacologic Disaster
In 1960, Dr. Kelsey was a Food and Drug Administration reviewer when the application to begin mass marketing thalidomide in the US landed on her desk. As a reviewer of New Drug Applications (NDA), she was one of three people charged with determining a drug’s safety before it could be made available for public consumption. After a thorough review, she rejected the application for thalidomide because it lacked sufficient evidence of safety through rigorous clinical trials. She found the clinical trials insufficient and reliant on anecdotes and physician testimonials rather than sound scientific study….