Throw out the resume template Don't let a resume template dictate how you construct your resume, and instead let your experience guide what you highlight, says executive resume writer Donna Svei. "Before I start writing, I take time to contemplate a few questions, including, What is my client's storyline? What's the thread that ties everything in their career together? Are there any plot twists?" she writes. Full Story: Fast Company online (10/3)
In August and September, 800,000 women left the job market, compared with 216,000 men, often because the gender gap has women making less money than their spouse. But dropping out of the workforce, even for just a few years, puts women back economically and "what's actually more important is that it's even more difficult to find a job that is comparable and to get back to the same career position," says Northwestern University economics professor Matthias Doepke. Full Story: The New York Times (tiered subscription model) (10/3)
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Southwest Airlines walked a group of travel managers through its coronavirus safety procedures at Denver International Airport, including behind-the-scenes measures. DIA is also using VeriFLY, which allows travelers to book a 15-minute window to go through security, and will soon roll out Atyourgate, which allows food orders to be delivered to waiting passengers instead of queuing in line. Full Story: The Denver Post (tiered subscription model) (10/4)
Does how you spend your time reflect your values? There are 168 hours in a week, and the way you spend your time should match what you value in life, says leadership professor Harry Kraemer, who suggests now is a good time for self-reflection. "Find people whose values you appreciate, whom you admire, who can give you an honest appraisal of whether you're on track or not," he says. Full Story: Kellogg Insight (10/2)
Even if you're a big fan of Agatha Christie, some of the stats in this article might amaze you. Christie's books sold 4 million copies last year. Overall, her works have generated $2 billion sales, which means she trails on only Shakespeare and the Bible. Full Story: The Christian Science Monitor (10/2)
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