Chelsea Jay

Chelsea Jay

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Career and Leadership Coach

About Chelsea Jay

Chelsea Jay is a Career and Leadership Coach with over 15 years of experience in the world of career development. She is also a Nationally Certified Resume Writer (NCRW), Online Branding Expert (NCOPE), and LinkedIn Learning Instructor. Chelsea is known throughout the career development industry for her bold, unapologetic, and straight shooter methods when it comes to tackling the job search, building professional brands, and climbing the ladder quickly (with less stress). She helps professionals across the globe rebuild their confidence, improve their mindsets, develop (and execute!) goals and most importantly, building a career with purpose.

  • STAR Method for Resumes and Job Interviews (with Examples)
    Reading time: 9 min.

    STAR Method for Resumes and Job Interviews (with Examples)

    In today’s competitive job market, hiring managers want more than a list of duties on your resume. They want specific examples that prove you can…

    Updated on October 10, 2025
    Reviewed
    : STAR Method for Resumes and Job Interviews (with Examples)
  • What is skills-based hiring? How to optimize your resume.
    Reading time: 9 min.

    What is Skills-Based Hiring? How To Optimize Your Resume

    If you’ve been conducting a job search in today’s competitive market, you’ve likely heard the term skills-based hiring. This method of hiring has caught many…

    Updated on October 7, 2025
    : What is Skills-Based Hiring? How To Optimize Your Resume
  • LinkedIn skills
    Reading time: 11 min.

    Mastering LinkedIn Skills – Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices

    For professionals who are looking to remain at the forefront of the latest career trends, skills, and technologies, LinkedIn has become an essential tool to…

    Updated on September 17, 2025
    Reviewed
    : Mastering LinkedIn Skills – Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices
  • How To Put Promotions on a Resume (With Examples)
    Reading time: 10 min.

    How To Put Promotions on a Resume (With Examples)

    Congrats on securing your promotion! Being promoted is no small feat. As you know, becoming recognized for your contributions takes continuous commitment. From ongoing professional…

    Updated on September 17, 2025
    : How To Put Promotions on a Resume (With Examples)
  • Reading time: 10 min.

    Top 5 Tricks to Transform Your LinkedIn Profile With ChatGPT

    When it comes to today’s job search, you probably know the importance of strategically utilizing LinkedIn to not only build your professional brand but also…

    Updated on September 17, 2025
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    : Top 5 Tricks to Transform Your LinkedIn Profile With ChatGPT
  • Reading time: 9 min.

    How to Create an Effective Cover Letter with ChatGPT

    In today’s job market, your cover letter is more than just a formality—it’s your opportunity to build a connection and highlight personal traits that may…

    Updated on October 10, 2025
    Reviewed
    : How to Create an Effective Cover Letter with ChatGPT
  • using chatgpt for job search
    Reading time: 13 min.

    Mastering Job Applications With AI & ChatGPT

    Have you been curious about how you can utilize the power of AI to improve the outcome of your job search? We have you covered!…

    Updated on October 17, 2025
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    : Mastering Job Applications With AI & ChatGPT
  • how to write a resume with chatgpt
    Reading time: 7 min.

    How to Use ChatGPT for Resume Writing: Steps and Examples

    Artificial intelligence is no longer just an “idea” or “what if?”; it’s now part of our everyday lives. Adjusting to a new normal in technology…

    Updated on September 17, 2025
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    : How to Use ChatGPT for Resume Writing: Steps and Examples
  • Reading time: 15 min.

    Entry-Level Resume

    Entry-Level Resume Writing: The Ultimate Guide to Launch Your Career Get a head start with an entry-level resume format Launching your career can feel like…

    Updated on October 7, 2025
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    : Entry-Level Resume
  • A man in a suit sits at a desk with an alarm clock.
    Reading time: 10 min.

    How to Add Time Management Skills to Your Resume – With Examples

    In today’s fast-paced work environments, you are expected to wear multiple hats and juggle a variety of priorities. In fact, the ability to manage time…

    Updated on September 18, 2025
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    : How to Add Time Management Skills to Your Resume – With Examples
  • A person writing a letter with a pen.
    Reading time: 11 min.

    How to Write a Motivation Letter With Examples

    Have you ever heard of a motivation letter? It’s a powerful tool to help you snag that dream job and it’s becoming increasingly popular.  Let’s…

    Updated on August 13, 2025
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    : How to Write a Motivation Letter With Examples
  • Reading time: 5 min.

    How to Add a Conference or Seminar to Your Resume

    If you want to stand out in today’s competitive job market, you need to clearly demonstrate your competitive edge on your resume. Adding more sections…

    Updated on September 22, 2025
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    : How to Add a Conference or Seminar to Your Resume
  • A woman in military uniform using a laptop at home.
    Reading time: 11 min.

    Post-Military Career Transition Resume Writing Guide

    After years of dedicated service, you eventually find yourself preparing for one of the most important missions yet: your post-military career transition.  Entering the civilian…

    Updated on September 29, 2025
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    : Post-Military Career Transition Resume Writing Guide
  • A man and woman talking at a desk in an office.
    Reading time: 15 min.

    How to Answer the Most Common Job Interview Questions

    For many job seekers, having a job interview is the moment they’ve been waiting for and dreading. Take a moment to breathe, because in this…

    Updated on September 26, 2025
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    : How to Answer the Most Common Job Interview Questions
  • How to include bullet points in a resume.
    Reading time: 5 min.

    How to Use Bullet Points in a Resume

    As the market continues to become more competitive, employers generally have hundreds of resumes to look through. This usually means they can only spend seconds…

    Updated on October 17, 2025
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    : How to Use Bullet Points in a Resume
  • Reading time: 8 min.

    Simple Resume

    Simple Resume Writing Guide Get to grips with the simple resume format and design an effective resume from simple templates For some, resume writing can be…

    Updated on September 17, 2025
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    : Simple Resume
  • A group of people sitting around a table in an office.
    Reading time: 10 min.

    Adding Interpersonal Skills to Your Resume

    Over the past few years, more hiring managers and senior leaders have realized the importance of hiring individuals with strong interpersonal skills. These skills boost…

    Updated on October 17, 2025
    Reviewed
    : Adding Interpersonal Skills to Your Resume
  • A man and woman in an office talking to each other.
    Reading time: 9 min.

    Lying on a Resume: Is it Worth the Risk?

    In today’s competitive job market, it can be tempting to portray yourself as someone else in order to land your dream role. Although the short-term…

    Updated on September 17, 2025
    Reviewed
    : Lying on a Resume: Is it Worth the Risk?
  • A clipboard with the words resume writing tips on it.
    Reading time: 8 min.

    Top 10 Tips for Writing a Winning Resume

    Writing a resume is like painting a masterpiece! You must be intentional, have a plan, and know where to place each component to make a…

    Updated on September 18, 2025
    : Top 10 Tips for Writing a Winning Resume