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Potential Careers With a Degree in Strategic Global Communications

Thursday February 29, 2024

Various strategic global communications jobs afford skilled communications professionals opportunities to help solve global challenges.

5 Tips for a Successful Career in Digital Marketing

Wednesday February 27, 2019

Nathan Mendenhall We’re in a transformative era for the marketing world, where the old paradigms of TV and radio advertising are rapidly giving way to the digital domain. Today, with just an internet connection, anyone can launch a marketing career or start an entrepreneurial journey, armed with the right mentorship and an insatiable appetite for […]

How to Prepare For a job Interview

Tuesday August 1, 2017

The interview is crucial to getting hired. It is your opportunity to show the company that you are suited for the job. Interviewers will ask questions to evaluate your skills and experience, your ability to perform the job successfully, and how well you fit the company’s culture. To best prepare for an interview, you should […]

How To Write a Thank You Letter After Your Interview

Saturday July 22, 2017

Securing a job involves more than just acing the interview, the process continues even after you leave the interview room. One of the most crucial steps you can take afterward is to send a well-crafted thank-you note to your interviewer. This isn’t just a formality, it’s an opportunity to reinforce your interest in the position and leave […]

How to Find a Job or Internship

Saturday July 15, 2017

No matter what stage you are in your career, or even if you haven’t started yet, finding a job or an internship is difficult. You have to be prepared for a journey. Jobs and internships don’t just fall into your lap, unless you’re unusually lucky, so be proactive. Your next job or internship is out […]

Easily Avoidable Mistakes During a Job Interview

Saturday July 8, 2017

Interviewing is a stressful and anxiety-ridden process for a great deal of people. For many companies, the deciding factor in their hiring decision relies on the interview. People make simple mistakes during an interview due to factors such as pressure, stress or lack of preparation. The foundation for a successful interview is to be prepared. […]

How to Answer the ‘What Are Your Weaknesses’ Interview Question

Saturday July 1, 2017

One of the most dreaded questions in any interview does not relate to work experience; it relates to you as a person. And who knows you better than you? Even though this question seems easy on the surface, evaluating your own strengths and weaknesses is difficult. The good news is that you can avoid mistakes […]

Real Talk: Is a Cover Letter Necessary?

Thursday June 22, 2017

If you’re thinking about skipping the cover letter, don’t. Your cover letter should always accompany your resume, much like cookies and milk. You cannot have one without the other. This step is extremely important to get a job. It’s your chance to spark the employer’s interest. Written correctly, you will make them want to meet you. […]

How to Be Yourself During the Job Interview

Thursday June 15, 2017

You may have written an excellent resume, have the exact skill set the interviewer is looking for and have impressive references. However, if you pretend to be someone you’re not or act unnatural in an interview, you could be crossed off the candidate list. Being natural during an interview can seem difficult at first, but […]

How to Write a Winning Cover Letter

Thursday June 8, 2017

If you’re not getting interviews, then perhaps your cover letter is to blame. Even if your resume is put together extremely well, a bad cover letter will knock you off the candidate list. The cover letter is your first impression; it is your sales pitch. You have one page to show your interest in the […]

Avoid Pre-Interview Anxiety With These Tips

Thursday June 1, 2017

A job interview is an anxiety-packed, fast-talking, sweaty-hands experience. Unfortunately, the grueling process is necessary to get a job. The best way to prepare yourself for a successful interview is to study popular interview questions and practice your answers. Knowing what to expect in an interview will help you focus and answer effectively. While it […]

Interview Techniques That Work

Tuesday May 23, 2017

The interview is your chance to really sell yourself to the employer. You have one opportunity to explain exactly why you are perfect for the position. You must speak intelligently, candidly and sincerely. In order to do so, you must be prepared. The secret to a successful interview is to present yourself professionally and to […]

Career Tips for Recent College Grads

Wednesday May 17, 2017

You graduated. YAY! But now you find yourself thrown headfirst into the job search. You’re not alone. There are thousands of people out there looking for jobs. Fortunately, you have a leg up on the competition with your degree. It’s normal to feel apprehension about entering the workforce. Moving from student to employee is a […]

Not Hired…Now What?

Wednesday May 17, 2017

Rejection can be a hard pill to swallow, especially when you’re gunning for a job you really need. But don’t get mad and go binging on ice cream just yet. Within two days of the rejection, you should write a follow-up letter to the interviewer. If the chosen candidate declines the offer, fails the background […]

6 Steps to Land Your Dream Job

Tuesday February 28, 2017

Securing your dream job is all about knowing yourself, staying resilient, and thinking creatively. Start by reflecting on what truly makes you happy at work. Make a list of everything you’d love to see in your ideal job, from the tasks you’d enjoy doing to the location, work atmosphere, schedule, and salary you desire. This […]