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Skills That Can Make Your CV Look Good

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Drafting a good CV  is crucial to making the first impression on your potential employer. Employers tend to keenly assess the skills section of your CV to determine the best fit for the role. Sometimes listing job-specific skills in your CV can give you an edge over other applicants. For example, communication and critical thinking skills are a must-have if you’re applying for a teaching position.       In this blog, we'll discuss a few soft and hard skills that can increase your chances of landing a better job.   What is the difference between soft skills and hard skills?   When it comes to adding skills to your resume, the options are endless. However, you need to be smart enough to understand the nature of the job you're applying for and add the relevant skillset to your CV.     Soft skills refer to creative abilities and personal skills that tell the interviewer about you as a person. These skills often come with practice and don't require pro...

Teaching As a Career: Pros and Cons

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Do you want to become a teacher but don't know what a teacher's professional career looks like? In this blog, we'll delve into some major pros and cons of choosing teaching as your full-time profession.     You must've heard about teachers' hectic working hours, low pay scale, and demotivating career prospects. However, that's not all true.   Teaching provides you with flexible scheduling, seasonal holidays, and not to mention, high personal rewards and satisfaction. If you’re passionate about imparting knowledge and contributing toward building the future generation, teaching is arguably the best way to do so.   Pros of choosing teaching as your career Teachers often make good money Contrary to the common belief, teachers can earn good money. The key is to learn the right pedagogical skills and look for the right opportunities. Some schools may exploit teachers for their services, but if you invest some time searching the job market, you can land a generous sal...