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5 Unexpected Ways to Accelerate Your Job Search During the “Slow” Holiday Season

5 Unexpected Ways to Accelerate Your Job Search During the “Slow” Holiday Season

by Rick Samara | Nov 21, 2025 | Career Exploration, Job Interview

December can be one of the loneliest months in a job search. It’s the perfect time to accelerate your job search.Everything feels quieter — job boards slow down, inboxes thin out, and hiring teams seem to vanish. At the same time, the holiday season kicks into...
What North Carolina Employers Seek in 2025: Soft Skills, Technical Skills, and Cultural Fit

What North Carolina Employers Seek in 2025: Soft Skills, Technical Skills, and Cultural Fit

by Rick Samara | Jul 23, 2025 | Career Exploration

In 2025, North Carolina’s job market reflects a dynamic blend of economic growth and evolving employer expectations. As the state continues to develop into a hub for industries such as technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and public services, employers are refining...
The Value of a an AI Equipped Career Coach in North Carolina

The Value of a an AI Equipped Career Coach in North Carolina

by Rick Samara | Jul 2, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence

Investing in a career coach with an understanding of AI can be a game-changer for your professional journey! In this article I refer to such a career coach as an AI Career Coach. These experts not only provide personalized guidance tailored to your unique strengths...
The Impact of AI on Personal Branding and Persona on Social Media

The Impact of AI on Personal Branding and Persona on Social Media

by Rick Samara | Jun 23, 2025 | Branding

Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology are transforming the way individuals create and manage their social media brands. In a previous article on Social Media Persona, we cautioned you about how potential employers often view your Persona....
The Power of Career Branding: Social Media and Your Online Persona

The Power of Career Branding: Social Media and Your Online Persona

by Rick Samara | Apr 28, 2025 | Branding, LinkedIn

Career branding is defining and curating your professional narrative to allow potential employers to understand your abilities, principles, and approach to work. In the United States, young professionals increasingly use LinkedIn profiles, personal websites, and...
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Career transition and reinvention are important topics to me. Why? Because I’ve been through many and I empathize with those who are seeking greater meaning and satisfaction in their careers.

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