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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 7, 20258 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 28, 20255 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 13, 20256 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, these are 8 real tips to keep going when writing feels tough!

Alessa Hickman
Oct 3, 20256 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. In this post, I’m breaking down 10 common job interview questions, how to approach each one, what to highlight, and practical strategies I’ve used to stand out and get hired.

Alessa Hickman
Aug 29, 20256 min read


How to Write a Professional Resume in 2025 (5 Dos and 5 Don’ts)
Writing a resume in the current job market can feel super overwhelming, but it doesn't have to! In this post, I’m sharing 5 resume dos and 5 don’ts to help you write a confident and effective resume that gets you noticed.

Alessa Hickman
Jul 22, 20254 min read


20 Real Ways to Make Money Online in 2025
In this post, I’m sharing 20 ways to make money online that are beginner-friendly and creative, but also have long-term potential.

Alessa Hickman
Jul 15, 20256 min read


Why I Left Teaching to Become a Freelance Writer
I worked my way up to becoming a college instructor, and then I walked away from it. It wasn't because I hated the job, the students, the workload, or the courses I was teaching. In fact, I loved it all! Ultimately, it was because deep down, I knew I wanted more. More freedom, more flexibility, and more control over how I spend my time. I always thought teaching would be the dream job. And for a while, it was. As a new grad, I was teaching psychology, writing, sociology, and

Alessa Hickman
Jun 5, 20254 min read


How I Became a College Instructor Without a Master’s Degree
In this post, I’ll share how I went from being a new grad to teaching psychology, sociology, academic writing, and beyond at the college level.
I’ll also break down how being strategic, flexible, and open to new opportunities helped me get there, along with the steps you can take if you’re interested in teaching, education, or remote work.

Alessa Hickman
May 30, 20254 min read
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