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About The Creative Group

The Creative Group is a specialized staffing service placing interactive, design and marketing professionals with a variety of firms. For online job-hunting services, candidate portfolios and TCG’s award-winning career magazine, Click Here.

Designers: Tips to Ace The Interview, Get The Job

Leading hiring managers weigh-in on what they look for when evaluating potential creative hires. They give tips for portfolios, resumes, interviews and the follow-up.
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Sticky Social Media Situations

Social networking sites have many advantages, but easily maintaining distinct lines between your personal and professional life isn’t one of them. These are sticky social media situations, along with tips on how to deal them. More

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Don’t Skimp on the Cover Letter

When well crafted and targeted to the opportunity, a cover letter can give you an edge over the competition. Don’t miss the chance to make a strong first impression and set yourself apart from other creatives. Follow these 7 steps to creating the perfect cover letter.
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Inspiration on a Dime

When the going gets tough, does creativity suffer? Plus, check out these 5 tips to promote creativity at your job when budgets are lean. More

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How to Be Social Media Savvy

When it comes to your career, you can never be too connected. Following are suggestions to keep in mind when using these ever-evolving online tools. More

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Pitfalls to Career Resolutions

It’s not to late to make career resolutions, and stick to them this year. Read through these common pitfalls, so that your resolution can help bring success instead of regret in the New Year. More

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Secrets to Office Gift-Giving

Giving your co-workers the right gifts this holiday season can be a challenge. Get help in selecting an office gift that falls into the "jolly," not "folly" category. More

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How to Recession-Proof Your Career

In an uncertain economy, the one safe bet is to increase your value to your company. As the economy takes a downturn, follow these tips to recession-proof your design career. More

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6 Steps to Combat the Post-Vacation Blues

Here are steps you can take to ensure you’re productive instead of panic-stricken when you return from vacation. More

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Dealing with Frenemies

What do you do when you find you have a frenemy at work? Following are some tips: More

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