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  1. Jobscan

    Large companies receive thousands of applications for a single job posting. In order to sort through them all, many of them use applicant tracking systems (ATS) to eliminate resumes that don’t include the keywords they’re looking for. Jobscan is...
  2. Predictive Scheduling Laws

    If you work an hourly position and your schedule is unpredictable, you may have rights depending on where you live and what company you work for. Predictive scheduling laws , often called Fair workweek laws, are meant to protect workers from last...
  3. How can I supplement my degree?

    If your prior experience and current job isn’t aligned to your career goals, there are many ways to supplement your degree and bridge the gap between where you’re at in your career and where you want to be. Here are some suggestions: Network wi...
  4. Ochsner Career Support 🤝

    As an Ochsner Health employee, you have free access to the career resources offered by the Ochsner Career Center. The Career Center's purpose is to help individuals explore pathways that use their current skills, find education and training opport...
  5. Hiring Process Steps

    These are some of the most common steps in a hiring process. Please note that these steps will probably look different depending on the company our industry. Step 1: Application  Most job applications will ask you to submit a resume and/or cov...
  6. SkillUp

    Whether your top priority is getting hired as soon as possible or training for a long-term career, SkillUp can help you discover in-demand career pathways and training options in your region. There are three main features on their website: 1) ...
  7. Navigating Identity at Work

    The  standards of “professionalism” are heavily defined by white supremacy culture, therefore a lot of the career advice you’ll find on the internet, including Career Central, might be biased towards a predominantly white, male work environment. ...
  8. Managing Up

    Being a “good employee” takes more than just doing what your manager asks you to do. The idea of “managing up” is that you, the employee, can take proactive steps to make sure you have a positive relationship with your manager and get what you nee...
  9. Customize Resume to a Specific Job

    When you’re applying for a job you really want, it’s worth your time to customize your resume to show you’re invested in the opportunity and to help you pass applicant tracking systems (ATS). Your objective is to show the person reading your resum...
  10. Utilize your Personal Network

    Have you ever thought about using your personal connections to help you to find a new job?  You might already know what your friends and family members do for work, but it’s probably not the main topic of conversation. However, your siblings, cou...