I’m considering a career shift from my mid-level job in the federal government to working with a nonprofit or charity. I’ve done a lot of volunteering with community organizations, have loved the work and the people, and am ready to...
This month’s question was posted in the CharityVillage Community: If you've been working in the sector for your entire career (and it's been somewhat extensive), how do you best summarize your background without it being too overwhelming, and how do...
I’m returning to the workforce after a couple of years of not working. How do I explain this on my resume? This is a good question and one we often see clients struggling with. Take heart in the fact that...
I’m at the “itchy feet” stage in my current position and am considering looking for new opportunities. People tell me I should be networking. I don’t have a lot of time outside of my work and family commitments. Do I...
I currently work with a for-profit private company but realize I get a lot more fulfillment and enjoyment out of the volunteer work I’m doing and would like to spend my “9-5” time contributing to something I’m really interested in....
I’ve sent out a few dozen applications over the last three months and have yet to receive a call back. I really want to work with a nonprofit organization but am getting a bit discouraged. How do I know if...
I have an upcoming phone interview with an organization in a different city. How do I prepare for this? If you’re competing in today’s job market, you should be prepared for interviews over the phone or, increasingly, via Skype, with...
