Recruiters spend 7.4 seconds on a resume. Learn the 3 layout mistakes killing your job chances and how to beat the ATS robots. Data-driven career advice.

But here’s the cold, hard, spreadsheet-certified reality check, stripped of all the feel-good fluff: Mandating a true, high-cost-of-living wage for every single employee, at every single business size, in every location, is a beautifully intentioned economic catastrophe. Let's stop talking about Jeff Bezos for one second, and start talking about Brenda’s Bakery and why she’s about to have to fire her kid.

But here is the harsh truth I see as a career coach: Prioritizing popularity actively works against your managerial effectiveness.

It's time to talk about something that has been driving me nuts for a long time. I often wonder what leads people to make certain decisions when it comes to their career. Some people choose college, some technical colleges, the military, teaching… the list goes on and on. But there is one decision that always leaves me scratching my head....

Remote work has entered the chat! It has been creeping up in popularity in the last decade and now we are seeing it become one of the top requested benefits for new hires. While work from home can create a sense of empowerment, it can also introduce challenges that impact your mental health, productivity and career growth.

But I'm going to drop a truth bomb right here, right now, so brace yourself: For a lot of us, "self-care" is just well-branded, expensive, and socially acceptable procrastination. Ouch. I know. It stings a little, but hear me out.

Let's be real, interviewing is a performance, and you wouldn't go on stage without knowing your lines, would you? (Unless you're a comedian, in which case, fair play, but even they practice!) So, grab a coffee (or a stronger beverage, we don't judge), and let's dive into how to truly blossom in your next interview.

So, you’re looking at your resume, and you see that one job—the one that has nothing to do with your current career goals—and you think, "Ugh, should I even put that on here?"

Hold up! Before you pop the champagne and dream of endless beach vacations, let's have a quick chat from Career Bloom Solutions. Because sometimes, a "perk" looks great on paper but is actually a little sneaky... like a ghost in a friendly sheet. 👻

You hear career coaching like me talk about the STAR method all the time.. But have you ever had it broken down for you?

I know what you might be thinking—retail, frantic holiday shoppers, long hours. But as a career coach who's seen it all for over a decade, I can tell you that a temporary gig during the holidays can be a total game-changer, and it's so much more than just retail.

I know, I know. It's a bit spooky to think about a robot reviewing your resume, but it's a reality. A staggering 83% of companies plan to use AI for resume screening by the end of 2025. This means your resume must be easily read by an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) before it even gets to a human.

With the market tightening slightly, it's more important than ever to be strategic. Here’s your game plan for a successful October job search.

You’ve heard the whispers, right? “Cover letters are dead.” “Nobody reads them.” “It’s just a formality for the Application Tracking System (ATS).” And honestly? They’re partially correct.

Welcome to our interactive mock interview challenge. We’re going to test your skills on the spot, and then we’ll give you a full, in-depth breakdown of the STAR method, the secret weapon of every top-tier candidate. Ready? Let’s begin.

A perfect thank you note is not just "Thank you for your time." It's a strategic, three-part message.

It all starts with a simple tap. You're chilling on the couch, scrolling through your feed, and you see something political that makes you so mad you just have to react. Maybe it's a hot take on a new law, an opinion about a political figure, or just a hilarious meme that perfectly sums up your frustration. "What's the big deal?" you think. The big deal is that your company's HR team is probably watching.

Your resume has about six seconds to catch a recruiter's eye. That's it. In that brief moment, they're not reading every bullet point; they're scanning for a reason to keep looking.

Navigating 2025: Your Guide to Thriving in Today's Job Market Issue 09 | September 2025 Welcome to this month's edition of the The Bloom...

Creating a resume can be overwhelming, especially if it's your first time. But don't worry! A well-organized resume is your key to grabbing the job you want. This guide will walk you through building your resume step by step using two popular tools: Canva and Microsoft Word.