What does your personal brand say about you?

When you think of the term “personal brand,” what does it mean to you? Do you think of your mission, your goals, or what is posted to your social media sites? Everyone has a personal brand. You may or may …

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Enhancing your opportunities to be contacted by employers in Handshake

Employers are busy.  Defining needs, role requirements and sorting through candidate options is time consuming.  Handshake was designed to make on-campus candidates easy to find.  Are you optimizing this critical tool to help them find you? 

Many students are missing …

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How to feel more comfortable introducing yourself

When you think of introducing yourself, what feelings arise? You may begin to feel nervous, anxious, or apprehensive at the thought of talking about yourself. You are not alone. The National Institute of Mental Health reports that 73% of the …

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Insight Into How Employers View the Job Search Process

As a job seeker, you might be wondering: what are employers looking for?  What do they prioritize when evaluating applicants? Considering the job search process from the perspective of an employer will provide valuable insights and help you become a …

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How Networking Connections can Help you Navigate your Search

Every business student must explore the job market to visualize career opportunities, but sometimes, information is not easy to find. One of the most effective methods to get relevant information is networking.  Maintaining positive relationships with experienced professionals allows you …

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Navigating a Career Pivot

The pandemic has changed the way we live and has had a huge impact on our daily lives, especially in the world of work. As a result, you may be thinking of a career change. 

This could be an opportune …

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Gain real-world experience without leaving your home!

As a student in one of the Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree programs at W. P. Carey, you are gaining foundational business acumen with a breadth of interdisciplinary skills. With most BA business degree programs being broad, it can be …

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Your BA Degree Has Key Advantages

You are earning a BA business degree, which provides you with an expansive, well-rounded business education. With your BA degree, you have the option to explore career interests and classes outside of your core courses. Because of this, BA students …

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W. P. Carey Alumni Share 6 Things to Focus On When Looking for Your First Job

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What should students focus on when looking for their first job?

Here are the six tips they shared:

Discover What Excites You
Look for a Cultural Fit and Supportive Environment
Evaluate Your Direct Manager 

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W. P. Carey Alumni Share Takeaways From W. P. Carey That Have Served Them Well in Their Careers

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What is a transferable skill, ability, or learning from your time at W. P. Carey that has been most helpful in your career?
Here is what they shared:
Ability To Get Through To Others …

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