Chelsea Jay
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.
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Reading time: 6 min.How To Add Freelance Work to Your Resume
Freelance work can strengthen your resume when it shows relevant experience, skills, or results for the role you want. Whether freelancing is your full-time job…
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Reading time: 11 min.How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile (2026 Pro Tips)
To optimize your LinkedIn profile, you need to align your headline, summary, experience, and skills with the keywords recruiters actually search for while clearly showcasing…
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Reading time: 8 min.Best Ways To Get in Touch With Recruiters on LinkedIn in 2026
How often do you use LinkedIn in your job search? In today’s job market, you should be putting energy, time, and focus into how you…
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Reading time: 5 min.“Digital Natives” Most Likely to Mistrust AI Interviews
Despite growing up online as digital natives, the youngest survey participants (18–24) were the most suspicious of AI interviews.
Updated on April 20, 2026Reviewed: “Digital Natives” Most Likely to Mistrust AI Interviews -
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 March 26, 2026Reviewed: STAR Method for Resumes and Job Interviews (with Examples) -
Reading time: 8 min.The Top LinkedIn Skills to Add to your Profile: Tips and Best Practices
LinkedIn is a platform where you can build your professional brand, showcase your expertise, demonstrate thought leadership, build connections, and explore new career paths. One…
Updated on April 10, 2026Reviewed: The Top LinkedIn Skills to Add to your Profile: Tips and Best Practices -
Reading time: 10 min.How To Show Promotions on a Resume (With Examples)
Like many professionals, you may be considering “what’s next” on your career ladder, even after moving up in the company ladder. But how exactly do…
Updated on February 25, 2026: How To Show 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 March 26, 2026Reviewed: 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 February 25, 2026Reviewed: How to Create an Effective Cover Letter with ChatGPT -
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!…
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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 April 17, 2026Reviewed: How to Use ChatGPT for Resume Writing: Steps and Examples -
Reading time: 8 min.How to Use LinkedIn Open to Work to Get More Job Opportunities
Explore and understand LinkedIn’s #OpenToWork feature. Find out what you need to do to make your profile a hit with recruiters and land your next job quickly.
Updated on April 14, 2026: How to Use LinkedIn Open to Work to Get More Job Opportunities -
Reading time: 12 min.Entry-Level Resume
Entry-Level Resume Writing Guide: Tips, Templates & Examples Build an entry-level resume that highlights your skills, education, and potential. Perfect for landing your first job…
Updated on April 21, 2026Reviewed: Entry-Level Resume -
Reading time: 7 min.Summary Statements
Resume Summary Statements What are they and how to write them? The following guide will give you the tips you need to write an outstanding…
Updated on April 16, 2026Reviewed: Summary Statements -
Reading time: 14 min.Best Job Interview Outfits for Men and Women: What You Should Wear
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “you never get a second chance to make a first impression,” and nowhere is this truer than in a job…
Updated on April 23, 2026Reviewed: Best Job Interview Outfits for Men and Women: What You Should Wear -
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 February 25, 2026Reviewed: How to Add Time Management Skills to Your Resume – With Examples -
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 February 17, 2026Reviewed: 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 April 20, 2026Reviewed: How to Add a Conference or Seminar to Your Resume -
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 February 25, 2026Reviewed: Post-Military Career Transition Resume Writing Guide -
Reading time: 11 min.
Restaurant Manager
Restaurant Manager Resume Examples View our resume examples to get a head start on your restaurant manager resume. Writing a strong Restaurant Manager resume means…
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Reading time: 9 min.Jobs for Americans in Europe and How To Prepare a European CV
If you’ve been daydreaming about exploring work opportunities abroad, specifically in Europe, one of the first questions that comes up is, “What jobs can I…
Updated on March 17, 2026Reviewed: Jobs for Americans in Europe and How To Prepare a European CV -
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 April 23, 2026Reviewed: How to Answer the Most Common Job Interview Questions -
Reading time: 6 min.Should You Send Your Resume in PDF or Word Format?
You can do everything right on your resume, including having strong work experience, relevant skills, tailored keywords, and still get rejected because of one surprisingly…
Updated on March 17, 2026Reviewed: Should You Send Your Resume in PDF or Word Format? -
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 March 18, 2026Reviewed: How to Use Bullet Points in a Resume -
Reading time: 7 min.
The creative resume
The Creative Resume: Examples, Templates, and Tips Try our AI builder and unique resume templates to generate a creative resume that will help you stand…
Updated on April 16, 2026Reviewed: The creative resume -
Reading time: 9 min.
Simple Resume
Basic and Simple Resume Templates (+ Tips and Examples) Master the simple resume format and design an effective resume from simple templates. For some, resume…
Updated on April 21, 2026Reviewed: Simple Resume -
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 February 25, 2026Reviewed: Adding Interpersonal Skills to Your Resume -
Reading time: 7 min.How To Insert a Resume Photo: Dos and Don’ts
You’re probably here because you’ve heard mixed advice when it comes to adding a photo to your resume. Some professionals swear it helps you stand…
Updated on February 25, 2026Reviewed: How To Insert a Resume Photo: Dos and Don’ts -
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 April 16, 2026Reviewed: Lying on a Resume: Is it Worth the Risk? -
Reading time: 8 min.
Internships
How To Put an Internship on Your Resume: Examples and Tips Showcase your knowledge and experience in the industry. If you’re a student, recent graduate,…
Updated on April 20, 2026Reviewed: Internships