Cara Siera

Cara Siera

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About Cara Siera

Cara Siera doesn’t just write about careers—she shows people how to own their own stories. With more than 4,000 published works and CPRW certification, Cara has brought proven authority to topics like resumes, career growth, and workplace trends for over 6 years. Drawing on her background in psychology, sociology, and leadership, Cara uncovers the human side of professional development, helping professionals shape their narratives with clarity and confidence. Passionate about travel and the freedom of remote work, Cara inspires others to rethink what’s possible and build careers as limitless as their ambitions.

  • Resumes for older workers or those "unretiring" can overcome age bias with a modern design, upskilling, and leaving out outdated info.
    Reading time: 10 min.

    How to Write a Resume for Older Workers and ‘Unretiring’

    If you’re among this growing sector of the workforce, you may be wondering what can help you succeed in finding a job. Find out here!

    Updated on October 17, 2025
    : How to Write a Resume for Older Workers and ‘Unretiring’
  • 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
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    : STAR Method for Resumes and Job Interviews (with Examples)
  • A woman writing on a laptop in an office.
    Reading time: 15 min.

    The Best Organizational Skills for Your Resume [with Examples]

    Good organizational skills, including prioritization, delegation, time management, adaptability, multi-tasking, project and resource management, and decision-making, are in high demand across all industries in 2025. These soft skills…

    Updated on September 18, 2025
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    : The Best Organizational Skills for Your Resume [with Examples]
  • 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
  • A person typing on a computer keyboard.
    Reading time: 7 min.

    Adding Computer Skills to Your Resume

    Basic computer skills are not only expected at work; they are important for the day-to-day in most jobs.  In some work environments, the required skills…

    Updated on September 18, 2025
    : Adding Computer Skills to Your Resume
  • A woman giving a presentation to a group of people in a conference room.
    Reading time: 8 min.

    How to Showcase Leadership Skills on Your Resume

    Hiring managers know that employees with strong leadership skills and abilities bring the best out of people, improve work efficiency, and help them reach targets…

    Updated on September 17, 2025
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    : How to Showcase Leadership Skills on Your 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 man is sitting in front of a laptop and smiling.
    Reading time: 9 min.

    How to Write Accomplishments on Your Resume

    First things first, what are accomplishments? On a resume, they are more than just a list of your job duties. They are a testament to…

    Updated on September 17, 2025
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    : How to Write Accomplishments on Your Resume
  • A businessman shaking hands with a woman in an office.
    Reading time: 12 min.

    Top 10 Tips for a Job Interview

    Job interviews can be nerve-wracking. You may feel like you are put on the spot, tested, and  worry that the interviewer will try to trip…

    Updated on September 29, 2025
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    : Top 10 Tips for a Job Interview