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Two Eye Surgeries. One Career Clarity Reset. Big Lessons.
I didnât expect this. Cataract surgery on both eyes. I was told Iâd likely be back to work within 24-48 hours after each surgery, which was a week apart. That didnât happen. Everyoneâs recovery...
MASSIVE Federal Hiring Shake-Up: What Every Federal Job Seeker and Promotion-Ready Employee Needs to Know Now
New rules. Shorter resumes. Mandatory assessments. And a whole new way to get promoted. Sweeping changes are already reshaping how the federal government recruits and promotes talent. Hereâs whatâs...
âTell Me About Yourselfâ – The #1 Mistake and the 3-Minute Fix!
âTell Me About Yourselfâ - The #1 Mistake and the 3-Minute Fix!  Youâve tailored your rĂŠsumĂŠ, aligned it with the job, and earned the interview! Next up: the "tell me about yourself" interview...
How to Update Your LinkedIn Profile Without Alerting Your Employer
Are you preparing for your next opportunity but donât want your employer to know?  You're not alone. Many professionals find themselves needing a fresh start or seeking a promotion but...
What Is a Magnetic RĂŠsumĂŠ? (And Why You Need One to Get Hired Faster!)
Whether youâve been recently laid off, restructured out, taken the buyout, or caught off guard by shifts in the federal government or private sectorâor youâre still employed but want to stay aheadâa...
Love Yourself, Love Your Career!
âŁď¸ I hope you are having a wonderful Valentineâs Day! âŁď¸ Normally, Valentineâs Day is all about that special loved one, as it should beâbut letâs take a moment to discuss a different kind of...
Champions Donât Think Like Losers
Every year, the Super Bowl delivers more than just a championship gameâfunny commercials, dumb commercials, and commercials that make us feel something enough to say out loudâthat was a great...
Restoring Hope and Purpose in Your Career: A Guide for Federal Job Seekers, Federal Employees Facing Buyouts, and ANY Job Seeker Facing Change
Thereâs no shortage of ânewsâ taking place about the Federal governmentâŚand private industry. The federal job landscape is changing, and many federal employees are being asked to make difficult...
Breaking News: OPM Unveils Modernized ECQs
For the first time in more than 15 years, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has updated the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs). These changes reflect the evolving demands of federal...
A Clean Slate: Why 2025 Could Be Your Year!
Itâs that time when we reflect on the past year and everything weâve accomplished. I always enjoy this time of reflection and in our company, we reflect on our goals and accomplishments every...
New Year, New Career Vision: How to Align Your Career with Your True Purpose
The first week back from the holiday season isnât just about transitioning from vacation mode to work modeâitâs an opportunity to re-align your career compass. The beginning of the year offers a...
Reflect and Plan: Reflection, Wins, and Career Planning for 2025
Itâs that time when we reflect on the past year and everything weâve accomplished. I always enjoy this time of reflection and in our company, we reflect on our goals and accomplishments every...
Is Your Federal Resume a Witchâs Brew Gone Wrong?
Hereâs How to Cast the Perfect Spell for Success! Youâve finally found the perfect federal job on USAJOBS, but as you sit down to submit your application, an all-too-familiar feeling creeps...
Back to School: Fresh Start for Your Federal Career
As kids across the country sharpen their pencils and head back to school, it's a perfect reminder that learning and growth never stopâeven for us adults and it's especially important for a...
đ¨ DRUMROLL: #1 Pick for the Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice Revealed! đ¨
âŚand the #1 pick for the Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice is⌠Bad Advice #1: âStart at the bottom, apply for GS-5 or maybe GS-7 positions, and work your way up. Write your resume to the lowest...
đ¨ Check out #2 in our Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice series! đ¨
Hereâs #2 in our Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice series! Bad Advice #2: âAim for a 3-page resume and cram in as much information as you can into your employment section to make it as long as...
đŤ CAUTION: Bad Advice #3 in our Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice! đŤ
Insert the biggest caution sign here! Yowza! CAUTION: Bad Advice #3 in our Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice Bad Advice #3: âApply to at least 25-50 jobs a week.â If you think...
Lean On Me: A Little Tribute to Family & Friends
In a world that often feels fragmented and rushed, thereâs nothing quite like the warmth and connection of a family reunion. Itâs a time when we come together, not just to celebrate the milestones...
đ¨ Be careful of Bad Advice #4 in our Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice series! đ¨
Iâm back with #4 in our Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice series! Bad Advice #4: âCreate ONE resume and stuff all the keywords you can into it, then put all the keywords in white text at the end of...
đ´ Beware of #5 on the Bad Advice List of Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice! đ´
Hope you are having a wonderful day. We are halfway there â hereâs #5 of the Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice. Bad Advice #5: âUse a hybrid or functional resume without any dates,...
đ¨ Hereâs Bad Advice #6 of Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice! đ¨
And #6 of Top 10 Worst Federal Resume Advice list is⌠Bad Advice #6: âDonât waste your time customizing the whole resume. Itâs only a machine thatâs scoring it, and all it cares about is keywords...
The team at CC Career Solutions does the thinking behind the scenes for you. No matter your situation, you can rest assured, you will get exactly what you need for your career to take flight in the right direction. Trust in Camille to be your Career Pilot. Her expertise is unmatched. She has a great team in the control tower and on the ground ready to help you with where you are at right now. You cannot go wrong with this team if you are trying to land a job in the Federal Government or private industry.
