Graduation is generally nine parts excitement and one part anxiety about what the future holds. But when you’re graduating into a recession, you might have more anxiety than excitement. Just because the economy isn’t great doesn’t mean a new grad can’t find a job. Here are 10 tips to help new grads get hired in …
Whether in-person or over Zoom, the interview is a big step toward a job. And besides your A-game, do you know what to bring to a job interview? Or what not to bring to a job interview? Having the right items with you during a job interview will help you feel confident and prepared, giving …
The modern workplace has changed significantly in recent years, with the COVID-19 pandemic accelerating a transition to remote or hybrid work and inspiring, at least in part, The Great Resignation. As a result of these and other socioeconomic trends, some formerly tried-and-true job search advice has, well, gone stale. So here are eight old-school career …
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Even if you don’t use it, you’ve probably heard of LinkedIn. With over 830 million members in more than 200 countries, it’s easily the place for professionals around the world to meet and interact. LinkedIn can help you reach your career goals, whatever they are. But getting started on and using LinkedIn to your advantage …
Congratulations, you’ve graduated from college (or will soon)! So, what’s next? For most recent graduates, finding work is priority number one, but it’s a process that leaves many with job search anxiety. Don’t worry — job search anxiety is completely normal, no matter your age. But college students have unique stressors when it comes to finding …
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The global pandemic has ushered in an era of remote work, but not all employees are fans of a virtual office. Recent research from Glassdoor found that 70% of interns view remote work negatively, citing difficulty in communication and collaboration in a wholly digital environment. Remote roles can be challenging, particularly for first-time employees eager …
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You thought you’d done the right thing by landing a summer internship (maybe without any work experience), but the school year is here and you regret the hours you spent in the role. It’s hard not to feel like an internship was a waste of time if you hated it, but luckily, that’s not true. …
Though people are complex and so much more than just their jobs, in a new social situation you’re often asked, “So, what do you do?” or “What are you majoring in?” While you probably have a stock answer ready to go (I’m in sales; I’m majoring in English), the person asking may be able to …
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An internship can dramatically improve your odds of securing a full-time job. In fact, 68% of interns receive a full-time offer after their internship, according to research from the National Association of Colleges and Employers. But how exactly can you score your first gig when you … have yet to score your first gig? Here’s …
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If someone asked, “What is work-life balance?” you’d probably say something about spending equal time at work and home. But if they asked you how to improve work-life balance, you might not know what to say. After all, a lot of people want to achieve work-life balance but find it difficult to do. Achieving and …
