CarrieLee Holliday

CarrieLee Holliday
CarrieLee is the Marketing Coordinator at AgHires. She graduated from Missouri State University with a Bachelor of Animal Science and an Accelerated Master of Agriculture, emphasizing cow-calf production. Her education journey brought her back to Southern Missouri, where she owns and operates a commercial black angus cattle herd with her family. CarrieLee enjoys being a part of the AgHires team and growing connections with individuals across the ag industry.
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How to Ace a Virtual Job Interview

To make sure you land the agriculture, horticulture or food production job you want, here are some tips for your virtual job interview. 

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How To Write a Short Resignation Letter in 10 Easy Steps

If you find yourself switching jobs, end your employment on a positive note by writing a professional and short resignation letter. 

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Job Longevity vs Job Hopping: Do Ag Employers Care?

Read through our guide to learn why job hopping may not be the resume-killer it used to be — and how it may even benefit your agricultural career. 

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What is the Difference Between an Agronomist and a Horticulturist?

The need for skilled professionals in agriculture and sustainable planning is more pressing than ever. So, what is an agronomist, and how does the profession differ from that of a horticulturist? Which one of these ag careers is best for you? 

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How To Accept a Job Offer

Now, it's time to accept the offer and move on to bigger things, but there's a process. It might seem like a simple task, but there are a few steps to mastering how to accept a job offer.

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12 Tips on How To Do a Resume Revamp

Food production, agricultural, and horticultural job seekers often face stiff competition. Statistics show that your resume needs to capture the attention of potential ag employers within seven seconds.

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Working From Home: How to Determine if You Would Be Successful

For some, working remotely is a dream come true. For others, it’s a nightmare. If you’re considering working from home, it’s important to assess if you would be successful in this type of environment.

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5 Ag Sales Jobs That Are in High Demand

Any agriculture company that sells materials, seeds, technology, fertilizer, pesticide, or power to farms uses sales reps to conduct their business, so there are many ag sales jobs currently in high demand. 

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Cover Letter vs Resume: Which One Do Ag Employers Care More About?

Searching for a new agriculture job can be a stressful process, full of uncertainty and nerves. Some of that uncertainty can start at the application stage when you are trying to decide if you need a cover letter. Many job seekers just send their resumes, but that's not always the best move. When do you need a cover letter vs just a resume, and how much do employers care about each document?