Career
Whenever I log on to LinkedIn, I am invited to scroll a never-ending list of people I may know. There they are—my high school and college classmates—and most of them, including the ones who used to fall asleep in study hall or skip class to watch movies, have multiple degrees […]
Why Networking with Classmates Is as Important as Networking with Professionals
For some people, Black Friday can be a really fun experience. Traveling to the mall, waiting outside at 4:30 a.m. for the shops to open, and buying all the necessary holiday gifts for the upcoming season is exhilarating and leaves a feeling of accomplishment. Then, there is the dark side […]
A Survival Guide for Students Who Have to Work on Black Friday
Some students write their first résumés in high school to get after-school jobs or to apply to certain colleges. But the stakes are higher once you have that high school diploma. You’re an adult now, and your résumé needs to look like an adult’s if you want jobs, scholarships, and […]
Extreme Makeover: College Résumé Edition
You just got THE phone call. Your résumé and cover letter have caught the eyes of the hiring managers and they want you to come in for a job interview. You feel elated; you know that you’re super qualified and you’ve wanted a job like this one for months. The […]
How to Prepare for and Succeed at Your Next Interview
A résumé is a document that showcases your preparation for a prospective job to a hiring manager. It includes your education and work experiences, as well as your talents, volunteer work, extracurricular activities, and publications. Generally, the older and more experienced you are, the longer your résumé will be. For […]
The Three Building Blocks That Make up a Stellar Résumé
The commencement speaker approaches the microphone a few minutes later than promised. He clears his throat and tugs at his tie. He keeps his eyes fixed on the print-out of his speech as he mutters an “um” in between monotonous phrases. Though he finishes his speech, which was well written, […]
Public Speaking: How to Use Your Voice to Climb to Success
Choosing your class schedule can be one of the most exciting experiences of each semester. It can also be one of the most frustrating. Depending on the class, there may be a cap at 100 students, or there may be a cap at 12. And freshmen generally get last pick […]
Choosing Electives with Purpose
Everyone knows that Facebook is a place where you can post photos and status updates of your everyday life for your friends to see. Most people know that LinkedIn is the Facebook of the professional world, and if you’re lucky, it’ll help you get a job. But for students who […]
Social Networking Platforms for the Creative Student
We’ve all been there—waiting by the phone for a call that doesn’t come as feelings of frustration kick in at the realization that you didn’t get the job. It’s time to job search, again. Learning to cope with job rejection is important. Before refreshing Indeed, take the time to evaluate […]
Why You Didn’t Get the Job
So, you just graduated college. You threw your cap into the air, cheering with pride and excitement. But when it landed, your heart sunk. You just graduated college. Now what? Everyone tells you that graduating is the opening of a new chapter in your life, and it truly is, but […]
Lessons You Will Learn after Graduating from College
LinkedIn is a mecca for job hunting. It’s a place for professionals to display their experiences, connect with colleagues, search for jobs, join groups, and develop skills. The way you utilize the opportunities available through the site can open many doors for you, but first, you need a profile. Memberships […]
How to Create a Great LinkedIn
Cover letters and résumés are like Tinder profiles: If they’re not communicating effectively, you can kiss your interview goodbye. The words that stitch together your application submissions are more than just details in the fabric. Your future college and employer (or dating app match) have one thing in common: They’re […]