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Finding a job
Review 20 ways to make money from home, such as writing, testing websites or launching your own business. Plus get 42 more ideas to provide extra income.
Learn how to write an application letter to make your resume more impactful, plus review an example of making a compelling case for your qualifications.
In this article, we show you how to make extra income on the side without interfering with your day job. We provide 20 money-making and potentially fun side hustles to consider.
Resumes & cover letters
Learn how to write a cover letter for your resume, and use our examples and tips to help you get a hiring manager’s attention with your own letter.
Your resume will help potential employers determine if you are a good fit for open positions. There are several steps you can take to create a document that best communicates your qualifications.
Learn what 10 skills you should consider putting on your resume, how to match skills on your resume to the job description and review FAQs about resume skills.
Interviewing
Learn why hiring managers ask the interview question "Tell me about yourself," and how to answer it with example answers so you can create your own.
When interviewing for a job, you may be asked to list and discuss your weaknesses. Review 10 example answers to this common but challenging interview question.
Learn about the most common interview questions you'll likely be asked by hiring managers and use our expert tips to craft answers that will impress your interviewer.
Pay & salary
In this article, we discuss 20 work-from-home jobs that pay well, including their average salaries and job responsibilities.
Learn how to ask for a raise, including when and how much to ask for, then review an example script to help you advocate for yourself.
Learn how to negotiate your salary after a job offer to ensure you're fairly compensated and increase your earning potential throughout your career.
Career development
In this Indeed Career Coach-approved article, you will learn how to write a compelling proposal letter and structure it properly.
Learn how to craft a powerful self-introduction with these tips and essential details that will help you make a lasting impression, along with some examples.
Starting a new job
Learn about the steps you can take to formally accept a job offer and review our tips and examples for acceptance letters.
Learn what 30-60-90 day plans are, discover how to create one, review a template and example and explore tips you can use as a guide.
Learn how to introduce yourself to colleagues in the workplace and explore examples and tips to build solid work relationships.
Job search resources
When we are able to understand each other, we are able to create environments of compassion, collaboration and connection. Let's champion a world of work where people are hired and seen for their strengths and talents—free from bias and discrimination.
Check out our resources to help you feel confident in your next virtual interview.