6 Red Flags to Watch for in Your Next Job Search
You’ve decided it’s time to find a new job. You have your important tools ready to go—your resume is up to date, your LinkedIn is profile optimized, and your interview skills are polished. As you start sifting through various job descriptions, be on the alert for these red flags when you go to apply: 1 […]
How to Silence Imposter Syndrome
What do Lady Gaga, Tom Hanks, and Meryl Streep have in common? Besides being immensely successful in their respective careers, they have admitted that they feel like frauds. And per Gary Frey, author of Silence the Imposter: 7 Weapons to Silence Imposter Syndrome, feeling like a “fraud” or “imposter” is not that uncommon. “At least 70% of […]
The Art of Professional Networking for Recent College Graduates
Given the climate of today’s job market, the “it’s not what you know, but who you know” expression is more significant than ever. This is especially true since some estimates state that 70% of jobs are not advertised. Professional networking is a crucial aspect of career growth, especially for college graduates stepping into the job market. […]
Career Centers: A Key Component in Your Job Search
As the job market seems tighter than ever, new college graduates may feel like it is a Sisyphean task, endless and futile, to find a job. However, their alma mater’s Career Center is one resource they can be taking advantage of immediately. Career services can play a crucial role in helping new graduates transition from academia […]
The Value of a Mentor
Acclimating to a new role can be daunting for anyone – regardless of experience. This is especially true for a new college graduate. However, there are things that you can do to help you navigate the waters more easily. One of them is finding a mentor. Why have a mentorThe American Society for Training and […]
7 Ways to Jumpstart Your Job Search in 2025
If you are looking for a job in today’s digital world, you already know that there are hundreds of places to search and apply for jobs. It’s easier than ever to do both from anywhere and on any device. If you know what type of role you are looking for, here are seven ways to […]
7 Tips for Setting up Your LinkedIn Profile
If you’re new to setting up your LinkedIn profile, don’t let the process overwhelm you. LinkedIn, the popular social media and networking platform for job seekers and employers, makes it easy. All you need to do is create an account and use their template to add your information. Creating your LinkedIn profile First, let’s talk […]
5 Ways to Prepare for Your Job Search in 2025
Editor’s Note: Originally published December 19, 2023; updated November 5, 2024. As the new year approaches, you may be thinking about a job change or embarking on a new career path. With that in mind, here are five tips to help you prepare. And if you’ve already been searching, these tips will serve as good […]
Can ChatGPT Help You Find a Job?
Editor’s Note: Originally published June 27, 2023; updated October 1, 2024. These days the news is flooded with stories and articles about the latest and greatest artificial intelligence (AI) tech tools. As these AI tools are integrated into so many aspects of our lives, why not your job search too? One of the most popular […]
Simple Do’s and Don’ts When Working with a Recruiter [Infographic]
