In a highly competitive job market, standing out is crucial. We asked eight professionals, including a Chief Human Resources Officer and a Head of Growth, to share their unique strategies. From harnessing the power of cover letters to telling a …
When it was your turn to select a major, you may have chosen business, thinking it would give you the most job options when you graduated. And, ultimately, that’s correct! For those with a business degree, jobs are plentiful. However, …
This link is an article from Indeed that gives tips and insight on how the job searching process works. It also talks about what a person should do in order to better their chances of getting the dream job that …
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In the bustling heart of New York City, amidst the chaotic pace of life, Brooklyn offers its own unique haven of cultural diversity and creative energy. However, with the daily grind and the pressure to keep up, anxiety …
How to Write a Great Recommendation on LinkedIn Was originally Published on CareerBands
A LinkedIn recommendation is an act of endorsing someone or expressing your opinion. You emphasize the traits that make the referral candidates successful in their endeavors. Plus, …
There are 36 days between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve. This end-of-year stretch can feel like a black hole for your job search and career. But like an actual black hole, it only seems empty. In fact, it’s packed with opportunities.
We …
Resilient first-generation students who graduate with degrees report positive outcomes throughout their college-going years, and upon graduation, throughout their careers, according to Gallup-Poll research. As you approach graduation, continue to persevere as you search for your first job out of …
For anyone who decides to enroll in college, the sense of accomplishment is well-deserved. However, if your parent(s) didn’t go to college, then it’s likely you may face first-generation college student struggles. This is totally normal and understandable.
Let’s take …
Students often feel impostor syndrome, or the worry that they don’t belong at school.
Impostor syndrome can cause anxiety and avoidance that impact academic success.
Students can combat impostor syndrome by identifying it and confronting it directly.
In my graduate …
Click the link below to hear a podcast from West Virgina Public Broadcasting regarding the challenges and resources available for first generation Appalachian college students
