Pros and Cons of Applying to Jobs During the Holidays
Editor’s note: This post was originally published in 2023; it has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. The holiday break can seem like the perfect opportunity to pour more time and energy into your job search. But on the other hand, while it seems like...
How to Address a Layoff on Your Resume and Cover Letter
How to Address a Layoff on Your Resume and Cover Letter Getting laid off stinks. Fortunately, you’re not the only one this has happened to, and your situation is completely understandable. Here’s how to address your layoff on your resume and cover letter....
Let’s Eat, Grandma Meetup Recap: Destructive Job Search Mistakes to Avoid
Let’s Eat, Grandma held our second meetup of 2024 on April 18 at Capital Factory in Austin, TX. About 25 job seekers from a variety of industries attended the event, which was hosted by career coach Dr. Benjamin Ritter. In his presentation, Ben discussed how job...
How to Transition to a New Industry: Skills Translation & Networking
If you’re planning on a career change, you shouldn’t be feeling that you’re doing it alone. Did you know that 60% of adults have changed careers at least once? That continues to be the norm in our fast-paced, ever-changing job market (and we’re...