Managing Career Transitions and Gaps

Managing Career Transitions and Gaps If you’ve ever taken time off from work or made a big career shift, you’ve likely wondered how it will look on your resume. A gap can feel like a glaring question mark, and a transition into a new field may seem like starting over. And it’s natural to worry […]

Enhancing Digital Literacy for Modern Careers

Enhancing Digital Literacy for Modern Careers Technology is an integral part of almost every career today, from office work to creative industries to skilled trades. Even if you’re not in a “tech job,” digital tools shape how we communicate, apply for jobs, manage tasks, and grow professionally. That’s why digital literacy (the ability to confidently […]

Mastering Patience: Habits to Make Work Less Stressful

Mastering Patience: Habits to Make Work Less Stressful Patience isn’t a passive thing, it’s powerful! Being able to stay calm when deadlines change, tech glitches hit, or teammates slip up helps you think more clearly and respond professionally. It can reduce stress, build trust, and show emotional maturity! Bottom line: patience helps you shine because […]

How to Write a Cover Letter for an Internship

How to Write a Cover Letter for an Internship Landing an internship can be a major step in gaining experience and launching into your career. Whether you’re a student, a recent graduate, or switching fields, a strong internship cover letter can help you stand out (even if you have limited work experience). This guide will […]

How to Handle Job Rejections: Staying Positive and Moving Forward

How to Handle Job Rejections: Staying Positive and Moving Forward Sometimes we get a call back from an employer that we were not hoping to hear, the one where they politely explain that they appreciated your application but have chosen to move ahead with a different candidate. We get it, that can feel defeating and […]

Write a Winning Objective Statement for your Resume

Write a Winning Objective Statement for your Resume Updating your resume can be a lot of work, and one of the most important things to have is an excellent objective statement. It is one of the first things that an employer reads when they open your resume! So how do we write an objective statement […]

Mini Article: Online Courses and Certifications to Enhance Your Resume

Mini Article: Online Courses and Certificates to Enhance Your Resume During the in-between of job hunting and applying for many positions, you might be looking for ways to fill your resume with up-to-date and new certifications. In this mini article, KES has compiled a list of resources (some paid, some free) that include a variety […]

5 Tips for Creating Professional Social Media Accounts

5 Tips for Creating Professional Social Media Accounts So, you want to create a solid, professional, online presence for yourself. Whether it’s to apply to jobs or for self-employment purposes, except you’re not sure where you can even start… Does this sound like you? Not to worry, we have a list of 5 different tips […]

What to do if You’re “Ghosted” by an Employer

What to do if You’re “Ghosted” by an Employer Being “ghosted” by an employer can be one of the most frustrating experiences during a job search. You may feel confused, rejected, or even frustrated—especially if you thought the interview went well or you were eager to join the team. However, it’s important to understand that […]

How to Research a Company Before You Apply

How to Research a Company Before You Apply When you’re job hunting, it’s easy to get excited about a job posting that looks like a perfect fit, but before you hit “apply,” it’s important to do your homework on the company. Researching a company before you apply isn’t just a step in the process, it’s […]