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Work abroad: Why recent college grads should conduct a global job search

 

Jobs that require travel or allow recent college grads to work abroad can help build cultural awareness, strengthen one’s ability to navigate through dynamic environments, and cultivate a level of agility, which is required by most employers today, says

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How to Add Online Courses to Your Resume

Recruiters search for candidates who can add value to organizations. As an applicant, your job is to help recruiters see that you can add this value. You do this through our resume, showcasing the education, experience, and training that sets you apart from the competition. When …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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The Most LGBTQ-Friendly Firm on Wall Street

It’s hard to believe that, last week, in 27 U.S. states, it was legal to fire employees solely based on their sexual orientation—if they they were gay, bisexual, or transgender. But now, following Monday's landmark Supreme Court ruling on LGBTQ …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Do I Need A Cover Letter?

In short, yes! It’s still important to have a solid cover letter when applying for jobs. If you’re not sure where to start, take this free LinkedIn Learning course to learn more and get started writing a cover letter that …

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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7 Tips For First-Generation College Students Navigating the Job Search

Read advice from Ripplematch written by a first-generation student about how to job search with success and talk about your experiences as a first-generation student in the process.

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Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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7 Insights You Can Gain From Executive Career Coaches

If you are feeling stuck in your career and want to move up to leadership roles, you may consider executive career coaching. While many think this service is just for those in C-suite positions, employees in all ranks can benefit …

By Ivy Exec
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How to Use Your Disability as a Strength When Applying for a Job

Lois Barth is a Human Development Expert, Speaker, Life and Business Coach, and Author of the book, “Courage to SPARKLE; The Audacious Girls’ Guide to Creating A Life that Lights You Up.” Lois will be a panelist at the College …

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6 Ways to Deal With Workplace Politics as a New Executive

Every workplace has some degree of politics since workers have unique beliefs, ethics, and opinions. As a new executive, you are now in a position where you need to mitigate this issue to prevent conflict between colleagues. You must also …

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15 Jobs of the Future (and the Skills You Need to Land Them Now)

Some people have known what they wanted to be when they grew up since they were nine years old. Other people get to their junior year of college and are still considering options. While there’s no one “right way” to …

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How to write a standout cover letter

When applying for jobs, cover letters are an easy way to set yourself apart from the crowd and help you move on to the next round of consideration. This doesn’t mean, however, that you should write your cover letter in …

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