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[Featured image] A person in a light blue button-up shirt examines their cover letter.

Cover Letter Tips: How to Stand Out

Learn how to craft a cover letter that highlights your expertise while aligning with a company’s needs.

June 13, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a tan jacket and glasses is interviewing a candidate for a manager position.

Common Interview Questions for Managers + Tips to Prepare

Use these common interview questions for managers to prepare for your interview. We'll share tips on what the recruiter is looking for when asking management interview questions, how you can answer them, and interview practice strategies.

June 10, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue jacket, red and white top, and glasses works on their resume.

Top Skills to Put On Your Resume for Job Applications in 2025

A big part of building a successful job application is effectively using your resume to highlight your skills. Learn more about what skills to include (and how to include them) to make the most impact.

June 10, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person in a light blue button-up shirt examines their cover letter.

Cover Letter Tips: How to Stand Out

Learn how to craft a cover letter that highlights your expertise while aligning with a company’s needs.

June 13, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a tan jacket and glasses is interviewing a candidate for a manager position.

Common Interview Questions for Managers + Tips to Prepare

Use these common interview questions for managers to prepare for your interview. We'll share tips on what the recruiter is looking for when asking management interview questions, how you can answer them, and interview practice strategies.

June 10, 2022

Article

Top courses for career development

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Goodwill Industries International

Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Coaching, Accountability, Client Services, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Client Support, Workforce Development, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Active Listening, Telecommuting, Needs Assessment, Employee Onboarding, Empathy, Human Centered Design, Gap Analysis

Build toward a degree

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
423 reviews

Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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University of Pennsylvania

Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Writing, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Skills, Professional Networking, Job Analysis, Business Communication, Communication, Recruitment

4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Status: Free Trial

University of California, Irvine

Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Goal Setting, Negotiation, Business Planning, Project Controls, Feasibility Studies, Entrepreneurship, Team Leadership, Business Correspondence, Creative Problem-Solving, Scheduling, Problem Solving, Project Planning, Team Performance Management, Concision, Peer Review, Financial Analysis, Project Management, Communication Strategies, Communication

4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
45K reviews

Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

[Featured image] A person in a black shirt and brown sweater reads over the cover letter for an internal position that's hiring.

How to Write a Cover Letter for an Internal Position

A cover letter can help give you a competitive edge as a candidate, even when you're applying for an internal position.

June 9, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A young person with glasses interviews with a worker sitting across the table.

23 Questions You Can Expect in a Final Interview

A final interview is usually one last opportunity to discuss your experience and skill set. Learn more about how to prepare so you're comfortable and confident.

June 7, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] Professional shaking hands with new coworkers.

Starting a New Job: 18 Tips for Early and Ongoing Success

Set yourself up for success in your new role with goals that focus on learning, visibility, and growth.

June 7, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue striped top and glasses follows up with a recruiter about a job opportunity.

How to Follow Up with a Recruiter

You've spoken with a recruiter. Now what? Learn more about the next steps you can take to keep the interview process moving.

June 6, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person in a maroon shirt sits at a wooden table and works on their LinkedIn profile on a laptop.

How to Build a Striking LinkedIn Profile: 2025 Guide + Tips

Your LinkedIn profile is a dynamic resume. On it, you can highlight your credentials and work experience alongside your achievements and portfolio samples.

June 2, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue jacket and red and striped top looks over a chronological resume.

Chronological Resume Guide: Template and Tips

Learn when to use a chronological resume format, and get tips on how to write your own.

May 31, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Three smiling co-workers of different ethnic and racial backgrounds sit and stand next to each other in a busy office setting.

How to Promote Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: What We've Learned

Coursera employees reflect on the impact of diversity and inclusion efforts within our workplace and share some key learnings around culture and engagement.

May 31, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person in a dark shirt sits at a long brown table reviewing their resume as they think about changing their career.

Career Change at 30: Building on Your Skills

Sometimes a career that was once fulfilling and inspiring may no longer be the career you are interested in. Learn more about how to plan a career change in your 30s.

May 31, 2022

Article

[Featured Image]: A smiling HR manager holds a resume and talks with a potential employee while they are both sitting at a table in a sunny office.

Types of Resumes: Choosing the Right Format for Your Needs

Learn about the common types of resumes—such as chronological, functional, and combination—and decide which resume type is right for your job search.

May 27, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue jacket, red and white top, and glasses works on their resume.

Top Skills to Put On Your Resume for Job Applications in 2025

A big part of building a successful job application is effectively using your resume to highlight your skills. Learn more about what skills to include (and how to include them) to make the most impact.

June 10, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person in a black shirt and brown sweater reads over the cover letter for an internal position that's hiring.

How to Write a Cover Letter for an Internal Position

A cover letter can help give you a competitive edge as a candidate, even when you're applying for an internal position.

June 9, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A young person with glasses interviews with a worker sitting across the table.

23 Questions You Can Expect in a Final Interview

A final interview is usually one last opportunity to discuss your experience and skill set. Learn more about how to prepare so you're comfortable and confident.

June 7, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] Professional shaking hands with new coworkers.

Starting a New Job: 18 Tips for Early and Ongoing Success

Set yourself up for success in your new role with goals that focus on learning, visibility, and growth.

June 7, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue striped top and glasses follows up with a recruiter about a job opportunity.

How to Follow Up with a Recruiter

You've spoken with a recruiter. Now what? Learn more about the next steps you can take to keep the interview process moving.

June 6, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person in a maroon shirt sits at a wooden table and works on their LinkedIn profile on a laptop.

How to Build a Striking LinkedIn Profile: 2025 Guide + Tips

Your LinkedIn profile is a dynamic resume. On it, you can highlight your credentials and work experience alongside your achievements and portfolio samples.

June 2, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person wearing a blue jacket and red and striped top looks over a chronological resume.

Chronological Resume Guide: Template and Tips

Learn when to use a chronological resume format, and get tips on how to write your own.

May 31, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Three smiling co-workers of different ethnic and racial backgrounds sit and stand next to each other in a busy office setting.

How to Promote Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: What We've Learned

Coursera employees reflect on the impact of diversity and inclusion efforts within our workplace and share some key learnings around culture and engagement.

May 31, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A person in a dark shirt sits at a long brown table reviewing their resume as they think about changing their career.

Career Change at 30: Building on Your Skills

Sometimes a career that was once fulfilling and inspiring may no longer be the career you are interested in. Learn more about how to plan a career change in your 30s.

May 31, 2022

Article

[Featured Image]: A smiling HR manager holds a resume and talks with a potential employee while they are both sitting at a table in a sunny office.

Types of Resumes: Choosing the Right Format for Your Needs

Learn about the common types of resumes—such as chronological, functional, and combination—and decide which resume type is right for your job search.

May 27, 2022

Article

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