TECH TIP: Tech tips for the New Year

Kick off the new year with simple tech habits that can make your job search smoother and less stressful.

1. Clean out your Email Inbox

A cluttered inbox can slow you down or stress you out. Let’s be real, most of us have hundreds of unread emails.

• Dedicate a bit of time to unsubscribe from unnecessary subscriptions, delete old messages, and organize important emails into folders.
• Use features like “search and delete by sender”. It may feel like a hassle, but your future self will thank you.

2. Update your resume

New year, new opportunities! Make sure your resume reflects your most recent skills, experiences, and achievements while being ATS friendly. An updated resume makes applying for jobs faster and easier.  Come to the computer lab during drop-in hours, we can help!

3. Expand your digital toolkit

Technology is always changing and the start of the year is a great time to level up your skills. NorthStar Digital Literacy offers courses that can strengthen your computer knowledge. Modules like Basic Computer, Internet Basics, Microsoft Word, and Excel are great places to begin. Contact employment services for help in creating your NorthStar account.

4. Expand your digital toolkit

LinkedIn is a powerful networking and job search tool. If you don’t have an account, create one! If you do, take some time to update your profile with your latest experience and accomplishments. You never know who might be looking for someone just like you! Need a new headshot? Employment Services can help!

5. Experiment with AI

Whether AI is completely new to you or something you use every day, there is always more to learn. Exploring different AI tools can help you write stronger resumes, prepare for interviews, and search for jobs more efficiently. Start by practicing simple prompts and adjusting them to get better results. Try CareerForce Leveraging AI to Strengthen Your Job Search to see how AI can support your job search in a practical way.

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