Career advice

Interview tips

Following Up After an Interview: What to Send and When

A thoughtful follow-up note is a small effort with outsized impact.

Interview tips

How to Handle Illegal or Inappropriate Interview Questions

Know your rights, and have a graceful way to redirect the conversation.

Interview tips

How to Talk About a Layoff or Firing in an Interview

Honesty and brevity go a long way — you don't need a perfect story, just a professional one.

Interview tips

Smart Questions to Ask at the End of a Job Interview

"Do you have any questions for us?" is your chance to evaluate them, too.

Interview tips

How to Prepare for a Video Interview

Video interviews have their own etiquette and technical checklist beyond just dressing well.

Interview tips

The STAR Method: How to Answer Behavioural Interview Questions

A simple framework for turning "tell me about a time when..." questions into clear, compelling answers.

Interview tips

How to Answer 'Tell Me About Yourself' Without Rambling

This is almost always the first question — a tight, structured answer sets the tone for the whole interview.

Resumes & cover letters

How to Get Your Resume Reviewed Before You Apply

A second set of eyes catches things you can no longer see in your own document.

Resumes & cover letters

How to List Contract, Freelance, or Gig Work on a Resume

Non-traditional work experience is valid experience — present it clearly.

Resumes & cover letters

Should You Include a Photo on Your Resume in Canada?

Norms differ by country — here's the standard in the Canadian job market.

Resumes & cover letters

Writing a Resume With No Direct Work Experience

Students, career changers, and new graduates all have more to offer than they think.

Resumes & cover letters

What to Include (and Leave Off) Your Resume's Skills Section

A cluttered skills list is as unhelpful as a missing one.