How to Create a Portfolio That Stands Out
What is a portfolio, and have you ever wondered how to create a portfolio for a future job? A portfolio is a notebook, sometimes digital, that contains a collection of your work. There are many of different kinds of work portfolios all of which could be comprised of sketches, photographs, research, and anything you decide! […]
Top Ten Productive Activities to do During COVID-19
Let’s face it, COVID-19 showed up out of the blue, uninvited, and has lasted longer than we all thought. Right now, fluctuating cases of coronavirus around the world continue to limit us. The social activities we once knew have been replaced with social distancing, wearing masks, and frequently sanitizing EVERYTHING! (Find more up to date […]
XL Pro Career Mapping Hacks & Tips
Are you someone with big dreams and big goals but do not know where to start? Or maybe you have already started but are looking for the next steps. A career map can be useful for anyone seeking personal development, promotions, life decisions, and more! So what is a career map specifically? Career mapping involves […]
How to Become an Executive for Any Company With these Five Tips From XL Pro
Have you ever looked up to someone in a leading position and wondered “how do I get where they are standing?” All of your questions are answered from our team executives at XL Pro! Connecting & Networking – Depending on how long you have worked with your current or past company, you will need […]
How Big Tech Companies Hire People in 2020
XL Pro Tips on how to get hired by Netflix, SpaceX, & Google! What are some great attributes to start with and can you learn them? When going into an interview, no matter where you are, the best thing you can bring is your personality and preparedness. A degree can get you far, and maybe […]
6 Strategies to Creating a Winning Work Team
Why is a winning work team important and how can employees and management seek this out in companies? The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that the average American worker spends between 44 – 50 hours working per week, that is equivalent to 260 working days (excluding vacations and holidays)! Let XL Pro put these statistics […]
Six Easy Ways to Save Money This Summer & How Beneficial Being Frugal Is!
With Quotes from the XL Pro Team Are you looking to grow your bank account savings quickly? Living paycheck to paycheck is easy. Many people make it a lifestyle, and there is nothing wrong with that, especially since there are a lot of expenses that arise as you get older. Some might even get extra […]
Texas Economy and Unemployment Due to COVID-19
COVID-19 has certainly stirred up a lot of new and rising issues concerning the public health shock and the oil price shock. But what about unemployment rates now? Graph – Data extracted on: June 05, 2020 Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Unemployment – Many individuals (and Texans) have lost their jobs, have been furloughed, or have […]
New Laws in Texas for 2020 Including Safety During COVID-19
As we reach the middle of 2020, let us go over new laws passed as of January 1. Whether COVID-19 related or not, it is important now more than ever to educate everyone with new changes. With the new year we are all faced with new conditions going over a wide variety of topics during […]
2020 Ultimate Resume Guide with Tips & Tricks to Get You Noticed
An XL Pro Guide during Quarantine Your resume will most likely be viewed before yourself, the interviewee. That being stated, first impressions are the most important. Now is a great time to polish up that dusty resume and do some revamping for the new year while under lockdown! Follow XL Pro’s best resume tips from […]