Author: Brian Vander Waal BA, RCDP, MCDI

Brian Vander Waal is a dynamic Employment and Careers Consultant, Career Coach, and the visionary behind brianvanderwaal.com. With over 19 years of expertise in Employment, Learning, and Skills, Brian holds a Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development, demonstrating his commitment to excellence. Brian has also gained extensive experience with AI tools for HR, work, job search, careers, employment, learning and more. As the blog's founder, Brian imparts invaluable insights into Careers, Employment, Learning, and the influence of AI. Featured on Yahoo Finance, GoBankingRates, The University of Melbourne, Loughborough University, Lensa, Best Colleges, Upjourney, and many more, Brian is your go-to resource for navigating the ever-evolving career development field. Join him at brianvanderwaal.com for expert advice tailored to success.

AI | CV | Employment
7 Best AI CV Builders in 2026: Create Your Perfect CV Today
ByBrian Vander Waal BA, RCDP, MCDI February 19, 2026February 20, 2026
Discover the 7 best AI CV builders of 2026 to elevate your job search. Use an AI resume builder to create a standout CV and land your dream job faster!
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Employment | Interview Tips
70 Smart Questions to Ask At the End of An Interview
ByBrian Vander Waal BA, RCDP, MCDI February 18, 2026February 18, 2026
Asking well thought out questions at a job interview is crucial to your success. Learn the best questions to ask at the end of an Interview.
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AI
How to Use AI for Remote Job Applications: Tools & Strategies
ByBrian Vander Waal BA, RCDP, MCDI February 7, 2026February 7, 2026
Struggling to land remote work? Learn how to use AI for remote job applications to help you get seen, beat ATS filters, and uncover hidden opportunities.
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AI
How to Optimize My LinkedIn Profile with AI and Find Success
ByBrian Vander Waal BA, RCDP, MCDI February 7, 2026February 7, 2026
Wondering how to optimize my LinkedIn profile with AI using tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and paid AI tools. Discover top tips, prompts and LinkedIn AI tools.
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Employment | Resume / CV
21 Top Tips for Writing and Formatting a Resume 2026
ByBrian Vander Waal BA, RCDP, MCDI January 18, 2026January 18, 2026
Struggling to create a resume that gets noticed? Our guide gives 21 top tips for writing and formatting a resume. Transform your resume from bland to brilliant.
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Learning | Online courses
9 Best Coursera Competitors & Coursera Alternatives 2026
ByBrian Vander Waal BA, RCDP, MCDI January 11, 2026January 11, 2026
Discover which Coursera Competitors are the best Coursera alternatives for you. Explore free and value-packed courses tailored just for you!
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Employment | Resume / CV
Unveiling the Catastrophic Consequences of Lying on a CV
ByBrian Vander Waal BA, RCDP, MCDI January 10, 2026January 10, 2026
Explore the catastrophic consequences of lying on a CV and uncover authentic alternatives for career success. Navigate the pitfalls wisely. Read now
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Employment | AI | HR & Recruitment
8 Best AI Recruitment Tools to Transform Your Talent Search
ByBrian Vander Waal BA, RCDP, MCDI January 6, 2026February 15, 2026
Discover the best AI recruitment tools to help you find the perfect candidate. Read now to learn which tool is best for you!
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AI | Employment | HR & Recruitment
Turing Review 2026: Is this AI Recruitment Tool Worth It?
ByBrian Vander Waal BA, RCDP, MCDI January 5, 2026January 5, 2026
Explore our Turing Review 2026 to discover how this AI Recruitment Tool saves time, sources top software developers, and adds value to your team.
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AI | Employment
How is AI Revolutionising Workplace Productivity in 2026
ByBrian Vander Waal BA, RCDP, MCDI January 5, 2026January 5, 2026
Discover how AI is revolutionising workplace productivity, transforming how we work & paving the way for a future of seamless remote and hybrid work environments.
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