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[Featured Image] A graduate stands in their cap and gown, holding a rolled scroll and wondering, “Do jobs ask for proof of a degree?” and if so, how they should provide that proof.

Do Jobs Ask for Proof of Degree?

Whether you have a degree, have completed some college but didn't graduate, or are currently working towards a degree, you may be wondering, “Do jobs ask for proof of degree?” Explore the answer to that question and more.

April 5, 2024

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[Featured Image] A young dark-haired physician assistant, working in one of the jobs in demand in Florida, smiles and hands a pen and paperwork to a dark-haired patient.

Jobs in Demand in Florida: Your 2026 Guide

New job opportunities are emerging as Florida’s population continues to grow, with new residents moving to the state. Find out if you have skills that are in demand in Florida’s workforce, and learn more about where you can work with your skills.

April 3, 2024

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[Featured Image] A person checks their phone in their new home for job openings after moving without a job.

Your 2026 Guide to Moving Without a Job

Being prepared can make the process of moving without a job much easier. Let these tips guide you before and after a move to make the transition smoother.

April 3, 2024

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[Featured Image] A graduate stands in their cap and gown, holding a rolled scroll and wondering, “Do jobs ask for proof of a degree?” and if so, how they should provide that proof.

Do Jobs Ask for Proof of Degree?

Whether you have a degree, have completed some college but didn't graduate, or are currently working towards a degree, you may be wondering, “Do jobs ask for proof of degree?” Explore the answer to that question and more.

April 5, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A young dark-haired physician assistant, working in one of the jobs in demand in Florida, smiles and hands a pen and paperwork to a dark-haired patient.

Jobs in Demand in Florida: Your 2026 Guide

New job opportunities are emerging as Florida’s population continues to grow, with new residents moving to the state. Find out if you have skills that are in demand in Florida’s workforce, and learn more about where you can work with your skills.

April 3, 2024

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Top courses for career development

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University of California, Santa Cruz

Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Goal Setting

4.9
Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
16 reviews

Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Status: Free Trial

Goodwill Industries International

Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Coaching, Accountability, Client Services, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Client Support, Workforce Development, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Active Listening, Talent Pipelining, Needs Assessment, Employee Onboarding, Empathy, Human Centered Design, Gap Analysis

Build toward a degree

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
462 reviews

Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Status: Free Trial

Skillshare

Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creativity, Personal Development, Creative Thinking, Graphic Design, System Configuration, Self-Awareness, Courage, Growth Mindedness, Goal Setting, Design Software, Optimism, Creative Design, Overcoming Obstacles, Curiosity, Adobe Photoshop, Lifelong Learning

Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

[Featured Image] A person hands their resume to a potential employer during a job interview and wonders if they are overqualified for a job.

What to Do If You Are Overqualified for a Job

Learn what it means to be overqualified for a job and how to counter negative assumptions that come with it.

March 21, 2024

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[Featured Image] Social influence at work: An influencer videos content on a smartphone, holding up a handbag and matching belt for the camera.

What Is Social Influence?

Social influence is a well-studied concept often applied to leadership roles and in the marketing and advertising industry. Explore social influence and its professional uses to see how you can use this concept to your advantage.

March 19, 2024

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[Featured Image] A business professional is using analytical thinking as they read a document at their workspace.

What Is Analytical Thinking and How Can You Improve It?

Learn why analytical thinking is important and how it differs from critical and creative thinking. Explore some good-paying jobs for analytical thinkers, and find out how you can improve your analytical thinking skills.

March 15, 2024

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[Featured Image] A store employee enjoys working with a customer due to intrinsic motivation.

What Is Intrinsic Motivation?

Learn how intrinsic motivation can improve employee well-being while also driving organizational success.

March 8, 2024

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[Featured Image] Three smiling multiracial professionals sitting at a table taking notes on paper and laptops.

7 Effective Note-Taking Methods

Do you want to take better notes? Explore seven effective note-taking methods, including the Cornell method, the sentence method, the outlining method, the charting method, the mapping method, the flow-based method, and the rapid logging method.

March 5, 2024

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[Featured Image] A person works on their career change resume at a laptop in their kitchen.

How to Write a Career Change Resume

Are you considering taking your career in a new direction? Explore how to write a career change resume to navigate your path moving forward and maximize your chances of getting noticed by potential employers.

February 27, 2024

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[Featured Image] A person sits at a computer and learns about using artificial intelligence to benefit their career.

AI Career Paths: Training Your Team to Become AI Leaders

Embrace the rise of artificial intelligence and empower your team to unlock opportunities and find solutions that work for your company.

February 22, 2024

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[Featured image] Business professional concentrates in coworking space leveraging AI powered virtual assistant

Google Gemini AI: Meaning, Capabilities, and Use Cases

Learn more about Google Gemini and what its suite of large language models can do.

February 22, 2024

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[Featured image] A person in a red sweater practices a mock interview on a laptop computer.

How Mock Interviews Can Help You Succeed

Learn what a mock interview is, its benefits, and how to set one up. You'll also discover interview questions to practice before a job or college interview.

February 13, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A person checks their phone in their new home for job openings after moving without a job.

Your 2026 Guide to Moving Without a Job

Being prepared can make the process of moving without a job much easier. Let these tips guide you before and after a move to make the transition smoother.

April 3, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A person hands their resume to a potential employer during a job interview and wonders if they are overqualified for a job.

What to Do If You Are Overqualified for a Job

Learn what it means to be overqualified for a job and how to counter negative assumptions that come with it.

March 21, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] Social influence at work: An influencer videos content on a smartphone, holding up a handbag and matching belt for the camera.

What Is Social Influence?

Social influence is a well-studied concept often applied to leadership roles and in the marketing and advertising industry. Explore social influence and its professional uses to see how you can use this concept to your advantage.

March 19, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A business professional is using analytical thinking as they read a document at their workspace.

What Is Analytical Thinking and How Can You Improve It?

Learn why analytical thinking is important and how it differs from critical and creative thinking. Explore some good-paying jobs for analytical thinkers, and find out how you can improve your analytical thinking skills.

March 15, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A store employee enjoys working with a customer due to intrinsic motivation.

What Is Intrinsic Motivation?

Learn how intrinsic motivation can improve employee well-being while also driving organizational success.

March 8, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] Three smiling multiracial professionals sitting at a table taking notes on paper and laptops.

7 Effective Note-Taking Methods

Do you want to take better notes? Explore seven effective note-taking methods, including the Cornell method, the sentence method, the outlining method, the charting method, the mapping method, the flow-based method, and the rapid logging method.

March 5, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A person works on their career change resume at a laptop in their kitchen.

How to Write a Career Change Resume

Are you considering taking your career in a new direction? Explore how to write a career change resume to navigate your path moving forward and maximize your chances of getting noticed by potential employers.

February 27, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A person sits at a computer and learns about using artificial intelligence to benefit their career.

AI Career Paths: Training Your Team to Become AI Leaders

Embrace the rise of artificial intelligence and empower your team to unlock opportunities and find solutions that work for your company.

February 22, 2024

Article

[Featured image] Business professional concentrates in coworking space leveraging AI powered virtual assistant

Google Gemini AI: Meaning, Capabilities, and Use Cases

Learn more about Google Gemini and what its suite of large language models can do.

February 22, 2024

Article

[Featured image] A person in a red sweater practices a mock interview on a laptop computer.

How Mock Interviews Can Help You Succeed

Learn what a mock interview is, its benefits, and how to set one up. You'll also discover interview questions to practice before a job or college interview.

February 13, 2024

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