Career contessa

Adjectives, nouns, and action verbs, oh my! Next time you're zhuzhing up your resume, here's a great list of resume words to color your resume—and some to avoid.

Here's how to disseminate your personal career story—and how to share it with hiring managers, future connections, and future clients.

Sometimes it feels like getting the job is just getting past the first hurdle. Here's how to get through your first day at work with ease—while impressing all of your new coworkers. You've got this.

The next time an interviewer asks, 'What are your weaknesses?' be prepared. Here's our advice on talking about yourself in your next interview.

Becoming a manager for the first time is a huge accomplishment. Succeed in your new role with our best tips to help a first-time manager.

How to land a new #job this weekend with our 5 tips

Lacking motivation at work? We hear you. Here are 13 ways to reinvigorate your work life.

Informational interviews are the key to expanding your network and opening yourself up to unexpected career opportunities. Here are 40+ questions you need to ask in your next informational interview.

Feeling a bit of a slump? Yes, that's a thing. Here's how to re-motivate with some simple projects. Let's get through this day, this week, this month, and this year—all together.