• 9 Job Search Mistakes to Avoid if You’re Over 50  

    9 Job Search Mistakes to Avoid if You’re Over 50  

    Although age discrimination is illegal, people in their 50s, 60s or older can still be on the chopping block in the hiring process due to unfair bias. However, there are savvy ways that Generation X and Baby Boomers looking for work can circumvent ageism. Maryalene LaPonsie from Money Talks News, tells them what to avoid…

  • Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in the Philly Area That Require a Bachelor’s  

    Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in the Philly Area That Require a Bachelor’s  

    In the age of highly competitive careers, having a bachelor’s degree can make a world of difference.  Here’s the top ten highest paying jobs in the Philly-Camden-Wilmington area that requires a Bachelor’s, according to Stacker.com:   10. Personal Financial Advisors   Crunching numbers makes numbers! Financial advisors make about $134,970 within the Philly region. The…

  • Why the Holidays Are the Best Time for Career Networking On & Off LinkedIn

    Why the Holidays Are the Best Time for Career Networking On & Off LinkedIn

    Do you know why the holidays are the best time for career networking? Many people may think the contrary, so I interviewed a colleague, Marty Latman, an esteemed colleague who has some great tips for networking during the holidays. We will uncover WHY the holidays are the best time for career networking, and then I’ll…

  • Hiring Chesco: Giving Thanks This Holiday Season

    Hiring Chesco: Giving Thanks This Holiday Season

    With the holiday season just around the corner, this is the perfect time for businesses to show appreciation for their employees and to focus on employee recognition, according to Refresh Leadership, a blog of Express Employment Professionals. This is important if your goal is to have a productive and engaged workforce, as a study by…

  • 3 Things That Make Your Resume Pop on Search Engines  

    3 Things That Make Your Resume Pop on Search Engines  

    There are plenty of things to avoid including in your resume. But there are also some phrases that can help you stand out. CNBC’s Gili Malinsky spoke to Harvard career advisor Gorick Ng.   He says to treat your resume like Search Engine Optimization, with relevant key phrases to make it pop.   Here are…

  • VISTA Careers – All-Fill

    VISTA Careers – All-Fill

    Headquartered in Exton, All-Fill designs, manufactures, services, and supports a complete line of machinery for filling, bagging, checkweighing, labeling, and bottle unscrambling. The company takes great pride in creating a workplace environment that is focused on the well-being of its most important asset, its employees.  Welder This position creates quality welds according to blueprints, repairs and fabricates…

  • 5 Things to Do After Getting Laid-Off

    5 Things to Do After Getting Laid-Off

    Amid mass lay-offs at companies like Twitter or Meta, getting fired has become commonplace for professionals. It’s very easy to lose sight when you’re in panic mode. If you get laid off, take a breath and do these five things.   Get into a Good Headspace  Taking about 24 hours for self-care activities like yoga…

  • VISTA Careers: CCRES

    VISTA Careers: CCRES

    Make a difference in the life of a child or adult with behavioral health challenges! CCRES is currently hiring qualified staff to work in schools, homes, and the community. CCRES, Downingtown, specializes in providing over 1,500 professional, dedicated staff members to meet the needs of children and adults challenged by autism, behavioral health issues, mental…

  • Learn About PIT’s Cannabis Studies and LPN Nursing Program

    Learn About PIT’s Cannabis Studies and LPN Nursing Program

    The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology (P.I.T.) in Media has scheduled two virtual information sessions for prospective students eager to find out about two programs offered at the school. Cannabis Studies Tomorrow evening, Nov. 17, from 6 to 7 PM, learn about the Cannabis Studies program. Gather the necessary details you need to join an exciting…

  • How to Write a Strong Resume Summary

    How to Write a Strong Resume Summary

    In a sea of applicants, your resume can easily get lost in a crowd. Even if you’re applying to hundreds of jobs, if your resume does not prove you’re a strong candidate it can be overlooked. The summary is an essential part of a resume, but sometimes the most daunting.   Writing about yourself can…

  • 5 Career Tips from Marketing Leaders

    5 Career Tips from Marketing Leaders

    The marketing field is growing and so is the competition for jobs in the industry. SmartBrief talked to marketing leaders and recruiters for their top career advice. Here’s what they had to say:  Diversify Your Experiences   Trying different things within your field or company fosters growth and develops new skills. However, some experts warn people…

  • Want to Reinvent on LinkedIn: Veteran, Return to Work, or New Industry?

    Want to Reinvent on LinkedIn: Veteran, Return to Work, or New Industry?

    Want to reinvent? Whether or not you are a veteran, you may want to reinvent yourself or pivot to your next career. How do you present on LinkedIn? How do military terminology or terms you used in a past industry work on LinkedIn in relation to your future-forward? What if you were a stay-at-home mom…

  • VISTA Careers: County of Chester

    VISTA Careers: County of Chester

    The County of Chester is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and offers full-time employees competitive and flexible benefits packages that include health, long-term disability, dental, and life insurance, and more. Corrections Officer I This position’s responsibilities include supervising the security and conduct of inmates in cells, during group meetings, meals,…

  • Hiring Chesco: Automation Offers a Treat, Not Trick for Employers in Crippling Labor Market

    Hiring Chesco: Automation Offers a Treat, Not Trick for Employers in Crippling Labor Market

    Facing a busy holiday shopping season with a shortage of workers, nearly 80 percent of U.S. companies believe automation could help their business, and 74 percent say it’s the key to keeping up with current demand. This is according to a survey from The Harris Poll commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. With nearly two-thirds of…

  • How to Embrace Making Risky Career Moves

    How to Embrace Making Risky Career Moves

    It’s normal to be hesitant about taking risky career moves, especially since evolutionary speaking human beings are naturally risk-averse. However, in order to be open to opportunities, Chris Smith writes for Inside Higher Ed, people must embrace the unknown.   Smith cites “loss aversion bias” as one of the reasons people are afraid to step…

  • VISTA Careers–CCRES

    VISTA Careers–CCRES

    CCRES is hiring for several key job positions including Personal Care Assistants, Behavior Consultants and Analysts, and Direct Support Professionals. CCRES specializes in matching qualified candidates with careers working with children and adults in their community. CCRES, Downingtown, provides over 1,500 professional, dedicated staff members to meet the needs of children and adults challenged by…

  • American Community Journals — the Parent Company of VISTA Today — Seeks Social Media Manager

    American Community Journals — the Parent Company of VISTA Today — Seeks Social Media Manager

    Do you know a recent college grad who is a news nerd and looking for a career in social media management and analytics? If so, this may be the opportunity they’ve been looking for! American Community Journals (ACJ) — the parent company of VISTA Today, MONTCO Today, DELCO Today, and BUCKSCO Today — is seeking…

  • Is it Polite to Virtually Quit Your Job?

    Is it Polite to Virtually Quit Your Job?

    It’s no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed workplace culture and how we communicate with each other. In-person meetings have transformed into Zoom calls, and messaging platforms like Slack have become the primary way colleagues communicate.   But when it comes to resigning from your job, some experts say that you should be careful.…