July 26th, 2020 marks the 30th anniversary of the passing of the landmark civil rights law, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). With the signing of the ADA, discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life became …
Writing a resume can be one of the biggest hurdles to actually getting started with your job search. A resume is a document that summarizes who you are, what you’ve done, and what skills you have in a way that …
For students, summer is a time of relaxation and reflection. It’s also a great opportunity to build on their education with experiences they may not have had time for during the school year. For many, this experience is provided by …
Protests in the U.S. and around the world have forced people to think about how they can contribute to the cause of racial justice and equality. One particularly prevalent point of discussion has been around allyship: What does it mean …
The deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and countless others have ignited conversations about race and racism in the U.S. and around the world. As a result, many of us are seeking ways to better understand how our …
There are a lot of reasons why you may need to step away from your career for a while. Becoming a parent, looking after a relative, or dealing with health issues can all lead you to need a break from …
We recently held the third and final part of our Idealist Live series, Self-Care for Everybody. In our final event, I had the opportunity to moderate an honest and informative conversation with Holistic Life Foundation’s Ali Smith and Jessica Kennedy …
When you think about your finances, it’s natural to focus on what you can afford right now. Are you able to cover your rent and bills for the month? Do you have debts to pay off? These are often the …
“How long should my resume be?”
Between my experience as a career coach and running a college career services department, this is a question I’ve heard a lot. And as a recruiter, I’ve seen resumes that run the gamut in …
As people across the country rise up against the killings of Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, and an unbearably long string of others, corporations and organizations are announcing that they stand with Black people and against racism. …