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College and university career services professionals and employers from various industries have shared their valuable insight and advice with job seekers in the articles below.

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Building Resilience: Overcoming Setbacks and Rejection in Your Career Journey - Micaela Morris

5/25/2024Micaela Morris

In the face of tumultuous changes in the economy that have impacted industries such as media, retail, and technology, resilience becomes paramount. Whether grappling with illness, unemployment, pandemics, bereavement, political turbulence, or fluctuating markets, life presents a myriad of transfo...

The Transition from College to Career

5/25/2024Simone Campbell

Are college graduates ready for the workforce? For many new graduates, this period can be full of stress, anxiety, and a fear of the unknown. With preparation, the following tips will set you up for success.Career Exploration As you move through the process of obtaining higher education, take tim...

Why is my Job Search so Difficult?

5/25/2024Amy Soricelli

Let s face it, the job search isn t as fun as the experts make it out to be. Career exploration and your journey has just begun often feel hollow and half-hearted, and the truth is the whole thing is just plain difficult. Let s begin with the resume. You need to always have one ready, even if you...

Start Working Before You Start Working: The Importance of an Internship

6/14/2023Amy Soricelli

There is no question that the competition is fierce for the new graduate, regardless of industry. More than ever before, candidates are competing for the same jobs regardless of experience level or relevance. Unemployment is high, so candidates toss their hats into the ring whether that ring is a...

Tips for Landing Your First Job

6/14/2023Sean Lynott, MBA, CDR

I ve had the honor of being a recruiter and working with students for almost 20 years. During that time, I ve been able to meet some great students and develop strong relationships with career centers across the United States. First off, I d like to congratulate all of you reading this for finish...

Top 4 Soft Skills You Need Post Graduation

6/14/2023Elvis Santos

As a Career Services Professional over the past few years, I ve had the pleasure working with some amazing students leading them towards career opportunities, resume building, and job searching. Every student has different needs and expectations. The job market has drastically changed post-pandem...

The Language of Professionalism Begins in College

6/07/2022Elvis Santos

Writing an email in high school for most students probably wasn t a big deal, but it is frequently used throughout students' college experience and certainly beyond college. It s an essential skill set that college students must instill as they start to communicate with professors, academic advis...

A Healthy Mind is Your Greatest Asset

6/07/2022Simone Campbell

After more than a year and a half, it s become clear that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way that we live. From our social lives, recreational activities, careers and work arrangements, this new reality has made many of us feel more challenged engaging in daily activities. As we operate wi...

Zig Zag Theorem: The 3 Moves of Career Advancement

6/07/2022Mike Ammons, Ed.D

As long as I can remember I have been a fan of the National Football League (NFL), amazed about the grace, agility, speed, and power these athletes would display on the football field despite being covered with pounds of protective equipment. But there has always been one particular player that f...

How to Create a 30/60/90 Plan for Your First Job

6/07/2022Sean Lynott, MBA, CDR

Congratulations to all recent graduates and those who will be finishing school soon! This is an exciting time in your life where the possibilities in front of you are only limited by your imagination. All the hard work in school has led to this moment where you can begin a successful career. I th...