Networking isn’t just about finding a job. Strategic and effective networking can help you gain insights about yourself, and can be a source of support and strength as you navigate the peaks and valleys of a job search. Building relationships …
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This time of year, your mailbox may be full of notes from friends and family members sharing updates on their lives and wishing you a happy holidays. But it’s important to remember that reconnecting during this …
Instagram is a hidden networking gem. Although you might use it for its photo-sharing features, staying up-to-date with trends, and following your favorite celebrities, Instagram can also be used as an effective networking tool—a way to make authentic connections with …
Let me tell you a little story about small working communities:
Two summers ago, I went to a panel where an editor named Katie was speaking. She brought some books that she'd worked on to hand out and I snagged …
While it may feel like a great time to take a break, it’s our experience that successful students find ways to continue their career engagement during time off from academics. There are many ways to maximize your winter break, including:
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Many rituals and habits changed after Covid-19, and the surge caused by the delta variant means this holiday season will still be subdued. In-person gatherings in hotspots will be limited, parties will be canceled, and annual catch-ups will still likely be …
For an executive, building a personal brand can sound like another unnecessary task on an already too-long to do list. But, if done right, the process of building a personal brand can be extremely beneficial and even fulfilling.
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Today's job search is nothing if not convenient. We can all sit in our beds wearing jammies, resumé at the ready, sending off applications as quickly as we can whip up the cover letters (and you should definitely spend some …
Today, networking is essential for anyone looking to advance their careers, and it's normal to feel uncomfortable when putting yourself out there in your professional life. When it's your career and livelihood on the line, it's easy to feel intimidated …
Informational interviews are an often ignored aspect of the job search. For unemployed individuals, college seniors, and disgruntled employees, the stress of the job search makes something like an informational interview, which often does not result in a job offer, …
