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According to Indeed data, the median time to hire has grown to 32 days. Learn from a senior talent advisor why you're not hearing back from recruiters.

How has job hunting changed since 1970? While AI replaced typewriters, timeless qualities like initiative, etiquette and networking are still what get you hired.

Is a pay cut ever worth it? From reskilling to career pivots, learn how job seekers are strategically trading salary now for better opportunities — and earning potential — later.
Finding a job
Explore 15 ideas to make extra income while also working full-time.
Learn about side hustles and how they work, often in addition to keeping your regular job, and review 60 online side hustles you might consider.
Explore 45 ways to make money from home, from remote jobs to freelance services and home-based business ideas you can pursue with flexibility.
Resumes & cover letters
Learn how to write a cover letter with samples and tips to help you write an effective one.
Learn how to create a resume that's comprehensive and best represents your skills, experience and qualifications with guidance from Indeed Career Scout. .
In this article, we explore 10 of the best skills to list on a resume, examples of skill sets across different roles and answers to common questions.
Interviewing
Explore 22 common interview questions with sample answers and tips, plus guidance from Indeed Career Scout to help you showcase your skills.
Learn how to answer “Tell me about yourself” with examples, and use Indeed Career Scout to practice and get feedback.
In this article, we explore why interviewers ask about your weaknesses, provide a list of responses and show you how to frame your answers positively.
Pay & salary
Discover 25 work-from-home jobs that pay well in a variety of industries, learn about their average salary and duties and get tips on how to find them.
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 about 10 types of in-demand certifications when considering a career and how you can obtain one of these certifications.
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
In this article, we discuss what a 30-60-90-day plan is and how to write one, plus provide tips and answer FAQs to help support your success in a new job.
Learn how to introduce yourself to colleagues in the workplace and explore examples and tips to build solid work relationships.
Learn about the steps you can take to formally accept a job offer and review our tips and an example acceptance letter.
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.
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Write an engaging Manager Assistant resume using Indeed's library of free resume examples and templates. Customized samples based on the most contacted Manager Assistant resumes from over 100 million resumes on file.
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As more people turn to remote work, third spaces become increasingly important as essential infrastructure for many seeking productivity and community. And just like in an actual office, the come with a whole set of etiquette challenges.
Learn about “HustleGPT,” and discover how influencers on the cutting edge of this technology are utilizing Gen AI in their work and whether the pros ultimately outweigh the cons.
Indeed sits down with Surah Caver to discuss how she left her job in tech sales to find Better Work as a child behavioral analyst.
Explore how Generative AI is reshaping education and its possible impact on the future workforce. Learn about the revolution in learning and reskilling for tomorrow.
Learn why the first day of your new job is so important and explore tips to help you have a successful start to your new position.
It's important to welcome new employees in a manner that’s informative and reassuring. In this article, we explain how to write a positive welcome message to a new employee.