Guides & How-Tos

20+ Internship Statistics Students Need to Know

For students, internships are often hallowed as the way to successfully start your career. But how necessary are they to actually getting a job? Do all (or most) students do them? Who doesn’t, and why? We gathered key internship statistics …

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5 Common Cover Letter Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Your First Job

Applying for your first job can be intimidating. Luckily, there’s a way to significantly improve your chances of getting hired: including a cover letter in your application whether it’s required or not. Doing so shows a level of professionalism that …

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How to Be a Better Informational Interviewee

If you’re good at what you do, it’s not surprising that you might receive requests from individuals interested in informational interviews with you to “pick your brain.”

Sure, it can certainly feel flattering to be recognized as an expert in …

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Things You Shouldn’t Say on Your Job Interview

During a job interview you’ll be given the chance to learn any additional information when the interviewer inevitably asks “Do you have any questions for me?” Along with this, there will be opportunities for you to talk about your strengths …

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How Long Should Your Resume Be?

Your resume is the most important tool you have in your job-seeking arsenal. It gives potential employers a detailed look at your education, work history, skills, and achievements. In certain cases, your resume might also include additional information about any …

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The Isenberg Guide to Networking & LinkedIn

What is Networking?

Networking is about building and sustaining mutually beneficial relationships, and connecting with people who are willing and …

8 Ways to Prepare for Career Fair Success
The Isenberg Resume: A How-To Guide for Undergraduate Students

Step 1: Start with Headings, Contact Info, and Education
Heading and Contact Information 
Education 
Step 2: Craft Your Experience Section

The Isenberg Resume: A How-To Guide for MBAs and Career Transitioners

Step 1: Start with Headings, Contact Info, and Education
Heading and Contact Information 
Education 
Step 2: Craft Your Experience Section

The Isenberg Resume Guide for MS and Specialized Master’s Students

Step 1: Start with Headings, Contact Info, and Education
Heading and Contact Information 
Education 
Step 2: Craft Your Experience Section

A Resume’s Development from First Year Through Senior Year

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Real-World Work Experience

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Building a Better Relationship with Your Boss

Taught by Scott Mautz
Your relationship with your boss directly and dramatically impacts your physical and mental health and well-being, like no other workplace…

Accessing the Hidden Job Market

Taught by Careercake
If you’re just perusing job boards, then you’re only scratching the surface of open roles. A significant amount of positions…

Finding a Job

Taught by Jolie Miller
Ready to find your next job? Learn how to prepare yourself for today’s job market and land a gig that…

How to Speak with Effortless Confidence

Taught by Pete Mockaitis | How to Be Awesome at Your Job
There’s a key business skill that top actors already know—how to speak with confidence and courage. Confidence comes from the…

Writing with Flair: How to Become an Exceptional Writer

Taught by Shani Raja
Have you ever pored over a beautifully-written article and wished you could write with the same kind of flair? If…

Writing a Resume

Taught by Stacey Gordon
View Stacey’s LinkedIn Newsletter Finding a great job starts with writing a great resume, one that speaks to your personal…

How to Get (and Stay) On Top of Your Inbox

Taught by Madecraft
When it comes to your inbox, it’s easy to start the day feeling overwhelmed. So many emails, so many contacts—you…

21 Opportunities for Better Networking

Taught by Dana Robinson
Networking can benefit you regardless of your career path, boost your business, and enhance your life in significant ways. But…

ChatGPT Prompts for Jobseekers

Taught by Dave Birss
If you’ve ever looked for a job—or had to leave one—you probably got advice from friends, family, and coworkers about…

How to Rock an Interview

Taught by Pete Mockaitis | How to Be Awesome at Your Job
Up your interview game. Learn how to rock an interview and land your dream job, in this course adapted from…

Writing with Impact

Taught by Tom Geller
There’s no such thing as generic “good” writing. Writing quality—and impact—comes from how well it fits its purpose. This course…

Nailing your Interview, Resume, and Negotiation FAST

Taught by Pete Mockaitis | How to Be Awesome at Your Job
In this audio-only course, Steve Dalton—author of The Job Closer: Time-Saving Techniques for Acing Resumes, Interviews, Negotiations, and More— breaks…

Writing a Cover Letter

Taught by Jenny Foss
Cover letters matter. When done right, they spell out clearly who you are, what you have to offer, and—most importantly—why…

Building a Flexible Career

Taught by Brie Reynolds
Do you want to work from home, adopt a more flexible schedule, or transition to a freelance role? Flexible work…

Informational Interviewing

Taught by Barbara Bruno
If you are looking for a job, considering a new career, or trying to advance in your current career, you…

A Career Strategist’s Guide to Getting a Job

Taught by Jenny Foss
Explore strategies designed to increase the chances of hearing back from potential employers, including how to get a resume past…

Effective Listening

Taught by Brenda Bailey-Hughes
Listening is a critical competency, whether you are interviewing for your first job or leading a Fortune 500 company. Surprisingly,…

30-Minute Resume Refresh

Taught by Sho Dewan
Your resume should evolve as you do in your career. Learn how to quickly revamp the look and content of…

How to Succeed in a Case Study Interview

Taught by Jena Viviano
You’ve nailed the first few rounds of interviews, and now you’ve been invited to participate in a case study interview.…

Pitching Yourself for Opportunity

Taught by Jodi Glickman
Every conversation presents an opportunity to make a great impression. In this course, Jodi Glickman, CEO and Founder of GreatOnTheJob.com,…

Professional Organizations

Learn about and maybe even join a professional organization in your industry. Professional organizations sponsor conferences, publish articles and magazines, and sometimes
offer networking events relevant to your industry and special interests.