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Jessica Burns

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Jessica is a Content Marketing Specialist at Express Employment International creating content for employers, leaders, and about the workplace of today. She is an accomplished former social media professional and award-winning writer. When Jessica isn’t writing about key leadership characteristics or best workplace practices, she’s spending time with her dog and planning her next road trip.
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CANADA: Happy National Skilled Trade and Technology Week!

  • byJessica Burns
  • November 1, 2023
Skilled Trades have a significant impact on the economy and businesses of all sizes, and Nov. 3–9, we’re…
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Ways to Break Out of Your Comfort Zone

  • byJessica Burns
  • October 31, 2023
The comfort zone is called that for a reason: it feels safe and secure. But, living in your…
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Stand Out During Phone Interviews

  • byJessica Burns
  • October 24, 2023
Phone screenings or interviews can be intimidating, but considering their popularity, being able to successfully navigate the conversation…
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Using AI in Job Searching

  • byJessica Burns
  • October 17, 2023
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more prominent in the workplace, you may worry that AI threatens your current…
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Eras of Job Searching 

  • byJessica Burns
  • October 10, 2023
Job searching is a journey with highs and lows, and some distinct eras. Much like the eras of…
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Discouraged in Your Job Search? Refocus with These Reminders

  • byJessica Burns
  • October 3, 2023
Looking for a new job can be discouraging. If you’ve undertaken an extensive or particularly challenging job hunt,…
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Infographic: The Value of Soft Skills at Work  

  • byJessica Burns
  • September 25, 2023
Proficiency in soft skills can offer employees a competitive edge at work, and measuring critical skills like coachability,…
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Canadian Job Insights for the Second Half of 2023 

  • byJessica Burns
  • September 18, 2023
After facing the challenges of a tight labour market, skill gaps, and quiet quitting, Canadian hiring decision-makers have…
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US Job Insights for the Second Half of 2023

  • byJessica Burns
  • September 18, 2023
After facing the challenges of a tight labor market, skill gaps, and quiet quitting, U.S. hiring decision-makers have…
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3 Dos and 3 Don’ts for New Managers of Existing Teams

  • byJessica Burns
  • September 18, 2023
There’s always a learning curve when starting a new job, and the curve may be especially steep if…
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6 Questions to Ask Light Industrial Job Candidates

  • byJessica Burns
  • September 11, 2023
Light Industrial covers a wide range of jobs in the commercial sector, including warehouse workers, shipping/receiving clerks, material…
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Underrated Leadership Skills for Managers

  • byJessica Burns
  • September 6, 2023
There is a seemingly endless list of qualities that good managers should possess, but some leadership skills don’t…
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