There’s enough to worry about when entering the workforce: What are my responsibilities? Am I capable enough to do this job? Will my manager like me? Corporate jargon shouldn’t add to your stress. From terms like “bandwidth” to acronyms like EDM (surprisingly, it’s not just a music genre!), here’s your go-to guide for navigating modern …
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If your post-college or career plans include graduate school or research, there’s a good chance you’ll need a few recommendation letters from your professors. But recommendation letters for graduate school or fellowship programs are different than the ones a high school teacher writes for your college applications. So, the way you ask for a letter …
If you’re thinking, “I can’t get a job because I have no experience,” you’re not alone. It’s the worst paradox: You need a job to get work experience, but every job seems to require work experience. This can be frustrating for early job seekers who want to get their foot in the door. So, can …
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? Having the right items with you will help you feel confident and prepared, giving you the boost you need to shine. In …
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. …