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Are Career Breaks the New Status Symbol? How Taking Intentional Pauses Can Become a Sign of Privilege and Planning

by Ace Southern | Mar 25, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

For years, career breaks carried a stigma. A gap in one’s resume often raised eyebrows, prompting questions about commitment, reliability, or ambition. But today, the narrative is shifting. Career breaks are increasingly seen not as setbacks, but as strategic...
Are You Overusing Buzzwords? The Subtle Art of Showcasing Skills Without Sounding Like a Template

Are You Overusing Buzzwords? The Subtle Art of Showcasing Skills Without Sounding Like a Template

by Ace Southern | Mar 16, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

In today’s competitive job market, standing out is essential, but overloading your resume, LinkedIn profile, or professional pitch with buzzwords can do more harm than good. Words like “results-driven,” “innovative,” and “dynamic”...
Why Internships Are Failing the Workforce: How Unpaid or Poorly Structured Internships Are Perpetuating Inequality

Why Internships Are Failing the Workforce: How Unpaid or Poorly Structured Internships Are Perpetuating Inequality

by Ace Southern | Mar 9, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

Internships have long been considered a rite of passage for students and young professionals looking to break into the workforce. They offer a chance to gain real-world experience, network with professionals, and make valuable industry connections. In theory,...
The Job Description Lie: Why the Role You Apply for Is Rarely the Job You End Up Doing

The Job Description Lie: Why the Role You Apply for Is Rarely the Job You End Up Doing

by Ace Southern | Feb 12, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

Let’s be honest: job descriptions are like dating profiles. They sound amazing on paper—full of potential and promise—but once you’re “in the relationship,” things rarely match the hype. You apply for a role expecting one thing, only to find yourself juggling tasks...

The Ageism Epidemic in Hiring: Why Being Over 40 Can Feel Like a Career Death Sentence, Even in Industries That Need Experience

by Ace Southern | Jan 15, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven job market, one group of workers finds themselves continually overlooked: those aged 40 and above. Despite decades of experience and a wealth of knowledge, many job seekers over 40 face an uphill battle in securing employment....
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