Karen Suarez, MA, CMCS, CPRW
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
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Ever since college, I knew I wanted to be in the helping sector. As a career coach and…
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10 RED FLAGS TO CONSIDER WHEN OFFERED THE JOB
10 RED FLAGS TO CONSIDER WHEN OFFERED THE JOB
By Karen Suarez, MA, CMCS, CPRW
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Ten Questions to Consider as You Begin Your Job Search
Ten Questions to Consider as You Begin Your Job Search
By Karen Suarez, MA, CMCS, CPRW
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You’re in a job interview and the interviewer asks, “What makes you unique?
You won’t know the other candidates, so focus on what the employer seeks. Provide a specific example of how you solved a problem. For example, you may be in a field you did not train in, which would show your ability to learn and step outside your comfort zone. Always think about your top skills. Remember, there is no correct answer, and you cannot know what the employer wants to hear. They want to see if you are confident and can help them meet their needs.
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What are the best practices for following up after a job interview?
If the hiring manager is considering you versus another candidate and you send a thank you email but the other person does not guess what might happen? Many recruiters have said they would offer the job to the person who sent a thank you note. This simple gesture does not take much effort but can show you appreciate their time and demonstrates basic politeness. It also allows you to reiterate your interest and follow up on something you learned about the job/company during the meeting.
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Job seekers: I hope this upcoming week: 🙏🏼 You aren’t ghosted. 🙏🏼 You are called in for the interview. 🙏🏼 You receive that amazing job…
Job seekers: I hope this upcoming week: 🙏🏼 You aren’t ghosted. 🙏🏼 You are called in for the interview. 🙏🏼 You receive that amazing job…
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Leaving a bad job is tough, but it's a true act of self-respect. It's about valuing your worth and recognizing that you deserve a better…
Leaving a bad job is tough, but it's a true act of self-respect. It's about valuing your worth and recognizing that you deserve a better…
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Why can't recruiters give feedback to every applicant that is declined? Why was I passed over for a role that I am qualified for? Why am receiving…
Why can't recruiters give feedback to every applicant that is declined? Why was I passed over for a role that I am qualified for? Why am receiving…
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Education
Licenses & Certifications
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Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW)
Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Career Coaches PARW/CC
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Volunteer Experience
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Volunteer
KCRW Public Radio
- 10 years
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English Teaching Assistant
Mumbai Mobile Creches, Mumbai, India
- 9 months
Education
I assisted fellow expats from various countries to help teach English to 25-30 migrant children (ages 8-12) who lived with their families on the construction site of a luxury residential building.
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Editor
Foundation for Mother and Child Health, Mumbai, India
- less than a year
Health
I edited English language training materials used by social workers to teach young mothers living in underprivileged communities about proper nutrition and health for themselves and their children.
Projects
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Guest Speaker - California Institute for Behavioral Health Solutions
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I was asked to provide Resume and Interviewing tips to students ranging in age from 18-65+ who were enrolled in a new Substance Use Disorder Certification Program funded by LA County Department of Public Health, Substance Abuse Prevention and Control.
Languages
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French
Limited working proficiency
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National Association of Colleges and Employers
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National Career Development Association
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Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Career Coaches
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