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15+ Smart Questions to Ask at the End of a Job Interview
Wondering what to ask when your interviewer says, “Do you have any questions for us?” Here are 15+ smart questions that show confidence, spark genuine conversation, and help you figure out if the job and company are the right match for you!

Alessa Hickman
Nov 78 min read


10 Common Resume Mistakes to Avoid (and How to Fix Them)
Discover 10 common resume mistakes and how to fix them to land more interviews.

Alessa Hickman
Oct 285 min read


The Remote Work Skills You Need to Land Online Jobs (and How to Show Them on Your Resume)
If you’re wondering what it takes to succeed in a remote environment, which remote work skills are most in demand, and how to highlight them on your resume, this guide breaks it all down.

Alessa Hickman
Oct 136 min read


How to Stay Motivated as a Freelance Writer (Even When It’s Tough)
Struggling to stay motivated as a freelance writer? From celebrating small wins to diversifying your skills, here are 8 real tips to keep going when writing feels tough.

Alessa Hickman
Oct 36 min read


10 Common Job Interview Questions (and How to Answer Them With Confidence)
Job interviews can feel nerve-wracking, but the more prepared you are, the easier they become. The truth is, most employers ask everyone some variation of the same questions . We've all heard the classics: "Tell me about yourself" or "What are your weaknesses?". The key is in how you prepare for the job interview , so you can show up feeling calm, clear, and confident. If you know what to expect and you've done your homework, you're already ahead of the game. How do I know? I

Alessa Hickman
Aug 296 min read


How to Write a Professional Resume in 2025 (5 Dos and 5 Don’ts)
Struggling to write a professional resume? In this post, I share 5 simple resume dos and 5 resume don’ts to help you create a standout resume that gets noticed. Plus, grab easy-to-edit resume templates to save time and land more interviews!

Alessa Hickman
Jul 224 min read


20 Real Ways to Make Money Online in 2025
After four years of working remotely, I’ve tested many ways to make money from my laptop. Some worked well, others flopped, and a few became real income streams. In this post, I’m sharing 20 ways to make money online that are beginner-friendly and creative, but also have long-term potential. If you’re just starting out, I recommend reading about why I left teaching to freelance full-time or how to become a freelance writer as a beginner — that was the foundation of everythi

Alessa Hickman
Jul 156 min read


Why I Left Teaching to Become a Freelance Writer
I worked my way up to becoming a professor , and then I walked away from it. Not because I hated it. Not because of the students, the workload, or the courses I was teaching. But because deep down, I knew I wanted more. More freedom, more flexibility, and more control over how I spend my time. I wanted a lifestyle that allowed me to prioritize my creativity, well-being, and personal goals, not just my to-do list. I always thought teaching would be the dream job . And for a w

Alessa Hickman
Jun 54 min read


How I Became a College Instructor Without a Master’s Degree (And How You Can Too)
If you’d told me a few years ago that I’d be teaching college courses just months after graduating, I probably wouldn’t have believed you. Like many people, I thought you had to have a Master’s degree to land a job like that.
Spoiler alert: you don’t!
In this post, I’ll share how I went from being a recent grad to teaching psychology, sociology, and academic writing at the college level. I’ll also break down how being strategic, flexible, and open to new opportunities helpe

Alessa Hickman
May 304 min read
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