Common Interview Questions & How to Answer Them

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Wouldn’t it be awesome if you went into an interview knowing exactly what questions you’d be asked? While we do not have a crystal ball, we can tell you what some of the most common interview questions are for new hires and give some advice on how to answer. 1. Tell me about yourself. This […]

Networking is Harder in 2021 & Here’s What You Can Do

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There’s no question that Covid-19 has made networking harder over the past year. Some people are still social distancing, working from home, and after work events are cancelled. This is making it harder than ever to network with your colleagues. However, it’s still an essential part of your career success. Networking is harder but more […]

What Are Soft Skills & Why They Matter

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What Are Soft Skills and Why They Matter Soft skills are common or core skills that are typically desirable regardless of your profession. These are usually skills you’ve acquired through experience or may be part of your personality. These skills are abilities you’ve learned through life experience, self-teaching, and emotional intelligence. Soft skills matter because […]

What You Should Bring to an Interview

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What You Should Bring to an Interview One thing you can do to stand out right away in an interview is to show up prepared. Most people show up to interviews empty-handed. You will appear planful, considerate, and responsible by showing up to an interview with the following things. A Copy of Your Resume Most […]

3 Reasons to Attend a Career Fair

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With the world starting to go back to “normal” post COVID-19 vaccine, career fairs are being scheduled across the country! It’s definitely possible to complete your career search online, but attending a local career fair offers many advantages for career seekers! A career fair is a lot like Speed Dating for a new job! Here […]

Interview Skills to Help You Stand Out

Interview skills are obviously important to help you land the job, but in some cases, employees may be very qualified for the job, but have underdeveloped interview skills. Here are some tips to help you stand out during the interview process. Be Confident It’s easy to let nerves get the best of you, but the […]

How to be More Likeable at Work

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Not sure what to do with your life? This video may help…

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Not sure what to do with your life? This video may help… Do you have a hard time answering the ever-so open ended question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” There are millions of possibilities, and it’s so hard to pick just one answer. According to Emilie Wapnick, a writer and […]

5 Pieces of Advice for New Graduates

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May is the month of new beginnings for many. It’s a time when students all over the country turn in their last exams, and prepare for graduation. Graduation is quite an accomplishment, and a great first step to a successful career. It’s always wise to learn from other people who have been in your shoes, […]

The 4 P’s for Success 

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The 4 P’s for Success With graduation is right around the corner for some, I wanted to share my 4 P’s for success: Be positive, principled, proactive, and productive Be positive Try to see the best in every situation, and focus your energy on that. Look for the silver lining in all things. Your positivity […]