By Rilind Elezaj You finally got yourself a college degree. For the past few years, your college campus has been your entire universe. Your life revolves around this educational sanctuary and now the time has come to close this chapter in your life and move on to the next one. The moment college ends, your…… Continue reading 10 College Habits To Drop Before Getting Hired
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Life After College: How to Get Your First Job
Getting a job fresh out of college can seem daunting. With many employers limiting their doors to those with actual field experience, many college graduates end up taking unpaid internships or low level positions that do not allow them to practice the skill set they’ve learned in college. And while underemployment rates have fallen below…… Continue reading Life After College: How to Get Your First Job
5 Things I Learned at my First Job Out of College
By Adam Swerdlow Today marks month five at my first job out of college. Interestingly, the statistics show only a quarter of college grads work within their field of study. I majored in Psychology with a Minor in Business and landed an internship at a communications agency, Wye Communications. I’ve learned a lot throughout my…… Continue reading 5 Things I Learned at my First Job Out of College
A ‘Logical Detour’ Can Lead to Desired Career
Q. As a college junior, I realize career-relevant internships are important. But I’m having trouble finding one that pays. And I can’t afford to not make some money this summer. What do you suggest? -AK A. Paid internships in PR are hard to land for undergrads since many agencies prefer to hire recent graduates or…… Continue reading A ‘Logical Detour’ Can Lead to Desired Career
Intern Mistake Recovery Process
Intern season is in full swing. Most are doing outstanding jobs, but I’ve heard from a few terrified interns over the past week who are concerned about their futures based on mistakes they’ve made during their first few weeks. In talking with the interns, I heard similar concerns–mostly based on their surprise with how much…… Continue reading Intern Mistake Recovery Process
For the First Three Years, Focus on Building Skills
As a former hiring manager and supervisor, one thing I’ve noticed that’s true of nearly all Generation Y employees is their self-proclaimed “passion.” It’s what I love most about workers in this cohort, and what I dislike most as well. Why? Of course, passion is a great quality. Passion is what separates robotic, cog-like workers…… Continue reading For the First Three Years, Focus on Building Skills