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Hi, I’m Amanda Augustine, Career Expert for TopResume. With over 20 years of experience, I know how challenging it is to find — and land — the right job. As a Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC) and Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW), I’m passionate about helping professionals at every stage stand out, navigate the job search, and achieve their career goals. Check out my top career reads of the week.

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Resume & Cover Letter

How to Make a Resume: Beginner's Writing Guide with Examples

How to Check if My Resume is ATS-Friendly for Free

How to Write a Cover Letter (With Examples)

The Best Resume Format to Get Hired

Interview

How Long Should a Job Interview Last?

The Complete List of Essential Interview Questions to Ask

7 Signs an Interview Went Well

How to Prepare for a Behavioral Interview (Questions + Tips)

Job Search

What Makes an Effective Job Search?

7 Powerful Tips to Stay Motivated in Your Job Search

Lessons Learned: Job Searching in the Current Job Market

Email Subject Lines for Resume & Job Applications (+Examples)

Graduates

10 Best Jobs for Recent College Graduates

Why Do Entry-Level Positions Require Experience? Plus How To Get Around It

Perfect Resume Guide for Recent College Graduates

How Long Should You Stay at Your First Job Out of College?

Executives

Store Manager Job Description: All Key Roles and Duties

These 14 Leadership Traits Can Fuel Your Career Success

10 Impactful Updates for Your Executive-Level Resume

Senior Business Analyst Job Description: All Key Roles & Duties

Networking

7 Professional Networking Tips and Tricks for a Successful Job Search

The Ultimate Networking Guide for Introverts

10 Networking Mistakes That Make You Look Unprofessional

5 Ways to Network With Your Current Colleagues

Workplace

Career Success: 10 Tips on How to Be Successful at Work

10 Steps to Setting and Achieving Goals at Work

How to Write the Perfect Goodbye Email to Coworkers & Clients

How to Contribute to a Positive Workplace

Career Development

How to be More Productive: 10 Productivity Tips

Want to Get Promoted at Work? Here's How to Boost Your Chances of Success

Is Professional Development Essential in the Job Market?

How Constructive Criticism Can Supercharge Your Job Search and Career

Career Change

Career Change Tips: How to Make a Shift

Career Switch Considerations: What You Need to Know

Ask Amanda: How Do I Discuss Salary When Changing Careers?

The Playbook for a Career Change in Your 30s

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