Should You Dumb Down Your Resume?

By Editorial Team | Updated on July 16 2023

In recent years, there has been a growing trend of job seekers asking, “Should I dumb down my resume?” As the digital job market becomes increasingly competitive, it’s important to understand why this question is gaining prominence and what it actually means to “dumb down” your resume.

Understanding the Dynamics: When Your Boss Yells at You

Updated on July 18, 2023

Workplace dynamics can often be complex and challenging to navigate. However, when complexities turn into distressing situations such as a boss yelling at an employee in front of others, it can be not just humiliating but damaging to the professional relationship and overall work environment.

An estimated 48.6 million Americans, or about 30% of the workforce, are bullied at work. In India, workplace bullying is reported to be as high as 46% or even 55%. In Germany, it’s a lower but non-negligible 17%. Despite these alarming statistics, workplace bullying like this often receives little attention or effective action.

This article aims to provide some guidance on how to handle such a situation, with the hopes of increasing awareness and prompting more effective responses to this pervasive issue.

Take Time to Make An Introduction

By Sunny K. Lurie

Recently, I was the lucky recipient of a random act of kindness when a car in front of me at a drive-through paid for my coffee.

A light went off: what if more people applied acts of kindness to the workplace — helping job seekers connect with potential employers? Having a personal introduction inside an organization is a huge advantage to career changers.

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