How to negotiate a better salary when you’re on your parents’ insurance

Negotiating for a good salary takes skill, determination, and the ability to compromise. It also takes a lot of confidence, as you have to really sell yourself in a way that will make a potential employer see the value in …

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How to Prepare for a Successful Video Interview

Mark Feffer

Tools like Skype and Google Hangouts have made online video nearly as easy to use as Facebook. That’s leading more employers to replace some in-person meetings with video interviews. The advantages are obvious: Managers get the opportunity to …

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3 Habits to Create to Increase the Chances You’ll Get Promoted

According to a Princeton University study, people subconsciously infer various characteristics about your personality and work ethic within one tenth of a second. These first impressions affect how your co-workers, boss, and prospective hiring managers view your likability, trustworthiness, and …

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Are You a Bad Emailer? Best Practices for Written Communication

I don't think it's an overstatement to say that email is the lynchpin of modern business. It's one of our primary modes of communication and, in many roles, is largely what the phrase “excellent written communications skills” is referring to …

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4 Ways to Invest in Mental Health Right Now

Sunday, October 10, 2021, is World Mental Health Day. It’s a good time to reflect on how you are feeling. We each have a responsibility to ourselves to practice good self-care. Here are four ways you can take care of yourself and those …

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5 Steps to Take if You’re Unhappy in Your Job Right Now, According to a Career Coach for High Achievers

You’re lucky enough to have a job during the COVID-19 pandemic and the unprecedented unemployment that’s come with it—great! But what if you also hate it? You may feel guilty about being unhappy when you know a hundred other people …

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How to Choose a Career That’s Right for You—Even If You Have No Idea (Yet)

Figuring out how to choose a career can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re unsure where to start. Not everyone knows what they want to do from a young age, and with so many paths to consider, it’s easy to get …

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Land Your Dream Job at One of These Awesome Companies—They’re Hiring Now!

Does your job search need a burst of energy? You’ve come to the right place—The Muse is here to help you build a rewarding career that fits your needs, values, and goals.

Below, you’ll find 23 amazing companies looking to …

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College Recruiter launches the From Dorms to Desks podcast for students and other early career job seekers

College Recruiter’s podcast creation efforts began in earnest a few years ago when its founder, Steven Rothberg, partnered with Jeff Dickey-Chasins, then the owner of the Job Board Doctor, to launch the Job Board Geek Podcast. Each week, we discussed …

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How to Cold Call For a Job—and Stand Out from the Crowd

Wondering how to cold call for a job? While it can feel a bit nerve-wracking, it’s a great way to stand out in a crowded job market. Imagine reaching out directly to a potential employer, armed with your resume and …

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