Alyson Garrido, PCC
Career Coach
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Co-authored Articles (18)
How to Ask for Feedback Over Email: Guide, Expert Tips, & More
Learn how to ask for feedback from your boss, teacher, customers, and moreWhether you're looking for feedback at work or school, from customers, or for a manuscript, knowing how to phrase, time, and structure your mess...
How to
Make a Resume
Whether you're a new graduate or a seasoned professional, a polished resume is essential for a successful job hunt. Your resume is a visual document that hiring managers will typically only glance at for a few seconds. A...
How to
Prepare for a Job Interview
You sent in an application and you landed an interview—nice work! Here comes the nerve-wracking part: heading into the job interview. With a little preparation, you can make a great first impression with your potential...
How to Write an Internship Report: Outline & Examples
Expert-backed tips to write an effective internship reportAn internship report may be a requirement for you to complete your internship, but it is also a chance to share your experiences. Organization is important when w...
How to
Get a Job
Maybe your current job just isn’t working out, or maybe you just graduated and are trying to get employed for the first time. The job market can be hard to crack in either case, no matter your age or experience. Start ...
How to
Dress for a Banking Job
Banking is a large industry that employs people in positions ranging from bank tellers to major investment bankers. Attire will vary somewhat depending upon one’s level of employment. But the culture is fairly uniform ...
What to Wear to a Job Interview (For Men)
A complete guide to professional attire so you can land the jobYou finally got your foot in the door for that first face-to-face interview, and now you need to decide what to wear. It can be a bit confusing—are you ex...
How to
Create a Resume in Microsoft Word
Resumes detail a person’s work experience, education, skills and achievements. A good resume that is clear, concise and easy to read is essential when looking for a job. Resumes should be word processed and should be n...
How to Make a Meeting Agenda
Planning a meeting that's engaging and to the point Nobody likes a meeting that drags on with no purpose. If you're in charge of writing the agenda, avoid this scenario by writing a clear-cut agenda, establishing what yo...
How to
Dress for an Interview (Women)
Going on an interview is nerve-wracking, and you want to present yourself as best you can. When it comes to clothing, most companies are still conservative, especially at interviews. Therefore, you want to do your best t...
How Do You Dress in Business Casual Attire?
Understand and adhere to your company’s dress policy Business casual is a term used to describe a type of office dress code or clothing style that is a little more casual than traditional business wear. Many employers ...
How to
Write a Two Weeks Notice
At some point in your career, you may have to write a letter of resignation. While you should plan to tell your boss or supervisor about your resignation in person, you can also follow this up with a short, kind letter.....
How to
Improve English Communication Skills
In today's day and age, having solid English skills is a must. It's becoming the language of the world and all of us gotta keep up. But if you've been learning for a while and don't find yourself really communicating wit...
How to
Work at SpaceX
SpaceX is a company owned and operated by Elon Musk. They do special projects like rocket launches, space exploration, and spacecraft design. They are currently the fastest growing provider of launch services, which mean...
How to Know if an Interview Went Well
If you’re walking out of a job interview, you may be going over everything in your head and wondering how you performed. It’s hard to keep a pulse on how things are going when you’re in the middle of an interview s...
How to
Find a Job Online
The internet is a great resource for job seekers, but it can also be a bit overwhelming if you approach it without a gameplan. Your best way to find a job online is to boost your online presence by creating a professiona...
How to
Ask if You Got the Job
While it usually isn’t appropriate to ask outright if you got the job, there are a few ways you can pose similar questions to get some info on your chances. By asking for an update after the interview, thanking them fo...
How to
Accept a Job Offer over the Phone
Getting a job offer in any form is exciting, especially if it's been a long, hard search for you! However, before you accept any offer, always make sure to do your homework. If you want to accept the offer the moment the...
