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Three Interviews. No Offers. Here’s What’s Really Going On—and How to Regain Your Confidence
After three interviews and no offers, it's easy to feel defeated. But rejection doesn't mean failure. Here's what might really be happening- and how to turn things around.

Alexine Garcia
Jun 16, 20254 min read


How to Land Interviews with Confidence After 40
Feeling uncertain about job hunting after 40?You're not alone-and you're not out of the game. This guide helps you overcome ageism, refresh your resume, and approach interviews with confidence. Discover how to position your experience as an asset and land the opportunities you deserve.

Alexine Garcia
May 27, 20252 min read


Reignite the Fire: How to Breathe New Life Into a Stunted Career and Realign Your Trajectory
Feeling stuck in you career? Lean how to reignite your drive, realign your goals and rediscover momentum through intentional steps, renewed purpose, and smart reinvention.
Sharon Wagner
May 15, 20253 min read


Stop Wasting Time—Conduct Your Career Job Search with These Must-Know Tips
Stop settling in your career job search-learn how to spot green flags and find a workplace where you'll thrive and feel valued.

Alexine Garcia
Apr 7, 20253 min read


Federal Resume vs. Corporate Resume: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
Learn the key differences between federal and corporate resumes to land your next job!

Alexine Garcia
Mar 26, 20254 min read


The Biggest Mistakes People Make on Their ECQs (and How to Avoid Them)
Avoid common ECQ mistakes and learn how to structure, tailor, and showcase your leadership to stand out in your SES application.

Alexine Garcia
Mar 3, 20253 min read


Big Changes (or Not?) to the ECQs: What You Need to Know Before July 2025
Upcoming Changes to the SES ECQs in 2025. While the structure remains similar, OPM has refined the language. Learn how to tailor your ECQs.

Alexine Garcia
Feb 25, 20253 min read


What You Need to Know About ECQs
Resume writing tips for Senior Executive Services applicants.

Alexine Garcia
Jan 19, 20252 min read


Mastering the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs)
This blog describes the importance of showcasing you Executive Core Qualifications on your resume and how we can help.

Alexine Garcia
Jan 14, 20252 min read


How to Optimize Your Resume for Remote Jobs
This blog counts with tips to optimize your resume, exclusively remote jobs

Alexine Garcia
Dec 30, 20242 min read


Master the Multi-Stage Interview Process: How to Prepare for a Job Interview
Why You Must Prepare for a Job Interview In today’s competitive job market, hiring officials often require candidates to navigate 2-4...

Alexine Garcia
Dec 9, 20243 min read


Transform Your Trajectory: Key Moves for a Monumental Career Change
Key Moves for a Monumental Career Change
Sharon Wagner
Dec 2, 20243 min read


Crafting a Comprehensive Professional Development Plan to Propel Your Career Success
In the ever-evolving professional landscape, having a well-defined career trajectory is essential. A robust professional development plan...
Sharon Wagner
Aug 5, 20243 min read


5 Steps to Gain Work-Life Balance this Summer
Summer is synonymous with barbecues, swimming, hiking, camping trips, long stargazing nights, and loads of fun—at least in my family....

Alexine Garcia
Jun 25, 20244 min read


Getting the Most Out of Your Job Search During Summer
Summer is calling, and while many are answering with beach trips and barbecues, savvy job seekers know that this season can be an...

Alexine Garcia
Jun 17, 20244 min read


The Bilingual Advantage: Why a Career in Translation Might Be Your Best Move
In today’s globalized world, being bilingual isn’t just a personal asset; it can also open up a myriad of professional opportunities....

Guest Post
May 15, 20243 min read


Why is Writing a Civilian Resume So Hard? How to Translate Military Jobs to Civilian Language
After dedicating nine years of my life to the Army, standing at the crossroads between military life and the civilian workforce, I found...

Alexine Garcia
May 8, 20243 min read


Why is Writing a Civilian Resume So Hard? How to Translate Military Jobs to Civilian Language
After dedicating nine years of my life to the Army, standing at the crossroads between military life and the civilian workforce, I found...

Alexine Garcia
May 1, 20243 min read


Why is Writing a Cover Letter So Hard? Unraveling the Mystery
The dread of writing a cover letter is a sentiment echoed by job seekers I speak to. The process seems shrouded in mystery, because it's...

Alexine Garcia
Apr 23, 20243 min read


Why is Writing a Resume So Hard?
Resumes truly are the golden tickets to the job market–a single document that can open doors to untold career opportunities. I often tell...

Alexine Garcia
Apr 16, 20243 min read
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