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# Sparks Group Candidate Blog

## Sparks Group Team

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### Recent Posts

## [LinkedIn Profile Tips: How Much Work History Should You Share?](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/linkedin-profile-tips-work-history)

[![](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Social%20Media.%20Orange%20Button%20on%20Computer%20Keyboard.%20Social%20Media%20Concept..jpeg)](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/linkedin-profile-tips-work-history)

March 5, 2014

 By now you already know the importance of creating a high-quality LinkedIn profile. However, going about this process can be a bit of a challenge. This profile is your chance to show companies what... 

[Read More![](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/hubfs/Icons/ion-arrow-right-c-ionicons.png)](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/linkedin-profile-tips-work-history)

## [How to Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/how-to-stand-out-in-a-competitive-job-market)

[![](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Group%20of%20people%20ready%20to%20race%20in%20a%20business%20competition%20in%20an%20office.jpeg)](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/how-to-stand-out-in-a-competitive-job-market)

January 29, 2014

 Want to gain an edge on your competitors? Follow these five tips to stand out to hiring managers: 

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## [Do LinkedIn Recommendations Seal the Deal? Or Ruin Your Chances?](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/linkedin-recommendations-job-search)

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January 15, 2014

 LinkedIn Tips and Tricks: Impact of Recommendations on Job Searching Most professionals these days are on LinkedIn. The networking site can be a great place to connect with new business contacts and... 

[Read More![](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/hubfs/Icons/ion-arrow-right-c-ionicons.png)](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/linkedin-recommendations-job-search)

## [Is Your Career Off Track? Four Ways to Tell](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/is-your-career-off-track-four-ways-to-tell)

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December 26, 2013

 Most people start their careers with the best of intentions, but it's easy to get off track. Once you get into the routine of landing at the same desk, day after day, you can forget to take stock.... 

[Read More![](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/hubfs/Icons/ion-arrow-right-c-ionicons.png)](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/is-your-career-off-track-four-ways-to-tell)

## [How To Conduct Your Own Annual Performance Review](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/conducting-your-own-annual-performance-review)

[![](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/hubfs/audit-4576720_1920.jpg)](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/conducting-your-own-annual-performance-review)

December 17, 2013

 Annual performance reviews are an inevitable part of being an employee. Your boss is probably eager (or not!) to let you know how you are doing on the job. But have you ever taken the time to assess... 

[Read More![](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/hubfs/Icons/ion-arrow-right-c-ionicons.png)](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/conducting-your-own-annual-performance-review)

## [How to Break Free of Your Unemployment Rut (And Find a Job!)](https://blog.sparksgroupinc.com/candidate/finding-a-job-after-unemployment)

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November 27, 2013

 It's easy to feel down and unmotivated when you've been out of work for a while. Here are a few ideas to recharge your search, help you bust out of that unemployment rut and get back into the... 

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