You’ve secured an internship – congratulations! Now what?

Have you already secured a summer internship? If so, you may believe that your career strategy work is over. Well, think again! The months and weeks leading up to an internship are critical. During this time, we recommend you focus …

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3 practical ways to keep up with business news

 

Keeping up with business news is an important way to show potential employers that you are well-informed, care about the subject matter that they care about, and take initiative to do your own research in a world where things …

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The (Simple) Guidelines You Should Follow When Naming Your Resume and Cover Letter Files

When you’re first creating a document—even an important one like your resume or cover letter—you might give it a placeholder file name while you’re working on it. So if you’re job searching, you probably have at least one document named …

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How to Write a Cover Letter | 10 Tips for Getting Noticed

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The. Dreaded. Cover. Letter.

We all hope to find ways to stand out during our job search, and how best to convey “I’m perfect for this job!” to prospective employers. We also know that taking the …

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On-Campus Work Can Open the Door to Your Professional Career!

Even entry level positions often require previous experience as part of their requirements for candidates applying. On and off campus jobs offer you the opportunity to expose yourself to experiential learning for the first time and begin building up the …

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Where can I go with a Business Communication Degree?

The world of business communication is vast and diverse. There are a multitude of different industries and functions you can explore with your degree. Gleaning insight into the different career paths available can help you better understand what you can …

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Case Interviews: What are they and do you need to prepare?

As a business student, you may have heard of a case interview. Simply put, a case interview asks that you communicate a solution to a complex business problem. At a high level, case interviews allow firms to evaluate how you …

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Business Communication Student? Here’s how to begin exploring your professional identity

As a business communication major it is valuable to develop a sense of your professional identity throughout your college career. Getting involved in a student organization, meeting with your business communication career coach, and connecting with your peers can lead …

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5 Reasons To Attend the Next Networking Event Near You

It is so easy to search and apply for jobs these days: You can simply log on to a job search provider and apply within a few clicks. The issue is that there are hundreds of people doing the same, …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Professional Presentation | How to Build and Share Your Story

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Professional presentation—how you choose to build and share your professional story—is a major factor that can shape your career in the social-impact sector. Whether you are exploring pathways for growth at your current organization or seeking new …

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