By Sonia Acosta, CareerBuilder Writer From CareerRookie.com As a recent college graduate, you’re probably not a stranger to competition. College acceptance, scholarships, internships and leadership positions within student organizations can all be significantly challenging to attain with dozens, hundreds or even thousands of students vying for the same spots. The job market, however, is a…Continue Reading 6 Ways New Grads Can Stand Out in an Interview
5 Things I Look for in a Great Job Interview
By Matthew Swyers, Founder – The Trademark Company From Inc.com In my career I have reviewed thousands of resumes and conducted hundreds of employment interviews for both The Trademark Company and other businesses for which I have worked. In doing so, I got to see the good, the bad, and the downright ugly in terms of resumes,…Continue Reading 5 Things I Look for in a Great Job Interview
10 commandments of dressing for work
By Beth Braccio Hering From CNN Living / CareerBuilder.com In a 2010 national poll conducted by the Center for Professional Excellence at York College of Pennsylvania, “appearance” ranked second only to “communication skills” when respondents named qualities most often associated with professionalism. Universal dress rules can’t be set in stone, because what is considered appropriate…Continue Reading 10 commandments of dressing for work
Cougar Career Workshop Series – Fall 2011
Due to the popularity we saw in the Spring semester, the Career Center will be bringing back it’s Thursday night Cougar Career Workshop Series. In an effort to try and reach out to students and alumni that may not be able to access the Career Center during the day, the Career Center will be hosting…Continue Reading Cougar Career Workshop Series – Fall 2011
8 Dos and Don’ts for Acing Your Interview
Have a big interview coming up for that internship you really want, or a part-time job you really need this semester? If so, check out this resourceful article by Dawn Dugan, contributing writer for Salary.com on some helpful tips to consider (and avoid) for the interview. As always, if you need help with preparing for…Continue Reading 8 Dos and Don’ts for Acing Your Interview
16 Job Search Errors Often Made
By Rachel Farrell, CareerBuilder.com From CNNLiving.com Over the years, hiring managers have born witness to every hiring, interviewing, resume, cover letter and negotiation mistake there is. You know what these blunders are. Yet you (and hundreds of other job seekers) continue to make common job search mistakes. From those who see your mistakes over and…Continue Reading 16 Job Search Errors Often Made
8 important tips for Skype interview
From BetterJobsAdvice.com With video interviews becoming more common during hiring, not being prepared can easily keep you out of the running. While meeting via video is time saver, getting past the technological barriers of not speaking face-to-face can be difficult. Be sure you’re prepared and use Skype to your advantage, experts say. Looking for more…Continue Reading 8 important tips for Skype interview
3 Things Make Job Seeker Stand Out
by Beth Braccio Hering from CNN.com / CareerBuilder.com In a tight market, every job seeker needs to find a way to stand out from the crowd. What separates the great from the good and makes a particular candidate too irresistible to pass up? Often, it is one of these three things….Continue Reading 3 Things Make Job Seeker Stand Out
The Lost Art of the Thank You Note: Give Honest, Sincere Appreciation
From The Coach’s Corner – Dale Carnegie Training *A helpful article to think about for sending thank you follow up notes to employers after an interview. To read the article in full, please click here. Overview: Writing a sincere thank you note is one of the professional skills that can make a lasting favorable impression….Continue Reading The Lost Art of the Thank You Note: Give Honest, Sincere Appreciation
How to Negotiate a Job Offer
From JobsJournal.com Landing a great job can be a challenge in a competitive market, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for what you’re offered. Learning how to negotiate a better job offer is the key to getting paid what you are really worth. To read the full article and gain valuable tips for…Continue Reading How to Negotiate a Job Offer