What to do if you want a job that is unrelated to your major

The countdown to graduation brings with it a variety of feelings. Excitement. Pride. Relief. But if your career aspirations don’t align with your chosen major, you might also be grappling with a hefty dose of uncertainty or even fear.

Graduating …

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Take Our Quiz | What’s Your Workplace Communication Style?

Even when we’re speaking the same language, we all communicate a little differently. Some people offer short, straightforward responses or explanations while others might add a ton of detail.

Knowing your own communication style—and learning to adapt to different styles—can …

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3 reasons why getting a certification is a good idea for an early career job seeker

In a recent blog article, we defined what is meant by the word certification and then discussed the process that job seekers typically follow to obtain and then maintain a certification. Today, we’ll discuss the three primary reasons why getting …

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Strategies for Executive Self-Care: Separating Yourself from Workplace Stress

Patrick Bardsley, CEO and co-founder of Spectrum Designs uses meditation apps, healthy eating, and regular exercise as his self-care.

If he doesn’t keep up with these habits, he finds that he cannot focus and channel his energy. 

This attitude is …

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The AI and other tech tools employers want you to know

Along with the rest of the nation, American business owners are concerned about a recession looming. In a recent survey conducted by B2B Reviews, business owners shared their recession fears and preparations for uncertain economic times. To stay competitive, many …

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The Supreme Court’s Student Loan Decision: What Comes Next?

By now, we’re all aware of the Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision that struck down President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan last June. The plan was intended to provide relief for nearly 40 million borrowers in the U.S., to the tune …

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How to Plan a Professional Development Staycation

Whenever you think about upcoming travel plans, you may dream about beach vacations, adventuring outside, or spending quality time with family. These breaks from work are exciting and motivating—not to mention positive for your health and wellbeing!

So what if …

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Leaders Share the Best Pieces of Career Advice They’ve Ever Received

Sure, you should typically take others’ thoughts with a grain of salt – but some abiding adages and advice have withstood the test of time, being passed down from one leader to the next for a reason.

We caught up …

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Beyond Ban the Box: Should TA leaders revise their criminal background policy to source new talent? 

Recently, the New York Times reported on a changing landscape in the hiring space, in the article “As Labor Pool Shrinks, Prison Time Is Less of a Hiring Hurdle.” According to the article, many employers are relaxing their criminal background …

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The Biggest Mistakes You Can Make When Setting and Working Towards Goals

We’re often told how important it is to set goals. If you don’t know what your goals are, someone might have told you; then you can’t have any sense of where you’re headed.

In a sense, this is true. But …

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