So everyone always says, make sure your interview is a conversation, make sure it flows, make sure you ask questions. But when your mind is going, did I get the job? did I get the job? did I get the job? at a mile a minute, it makes any intelligent questions you might have had […]
Most job-seekers don’t prepare an elevator pitch anymore. After all, what are the chances of running into Donald Trump in an elevator? And even if you did, what’s the point of reciting your resume? He’s probably not interested. And you’re right. He’s probably not. But that’s not why an elevator pitch exists. An elevator pitch […]
There’s a reason every company jumps on the chance to implement a brand ambassadorship program. It’s because they work. And you, my friend, are on the front lines. You have managed to change a company’s bottom line before even graduating college. You were essential to their success. Talk about impressive. Know-How Even with only a […]
Writing the perfect cover letter is kind of like singing: You know how the song goes, but getting your diaphragm to cooperate is another story. Except when you sing with champagne. Champagne gives everyone the voice of an angel. So think of this post as your very own bottle of bubbly. You’re welcome. Formatting Keep […]
Most internships and jobs require some work experience before applying. But where does that come from? If you need experience to get experience, where do you begin? It’s a perpetual problem and we have the solution. Leverage your experiences. Your interests are more important than you think. They show that you are well-rounded and invested […]
Congrats! Graduation is over. Now what? You are finally an adult. Until you check your bank account. And reality sinks in. You don’t have a job. So you buckle down and apply for work like mad. You soon get tired of your family asking how the search is going. But then, after working like a […]
Most resumes are glanced at for 6 seconds. And even if they do pass the test, there’s still the cover letter and interview to consider. So do your homework. The finest news reporters, doctors, artists, retailers, and, even, the finest of friends, are people who are listeners. And it’s that ability to study, to ask […]
You have accepted your dream internship or job. And you find out that the dress code is business casual. But that’s an enigma. Does biz cas mean high heels or flats? Oxfords or loafers? Get out your notes: This is like lecture all over again. Blazers Blazers are perfect for any outfit because they come […]
It is the final week of your internship, and you’re feeling pretty great. In fact, you realize that this experience was way better than you expected it’d be. (Goffering notwithstanding). You love what you are doing. And you know what. Why not make the gig permanent? Take these measures to secure a job post-internship. Always […]
You just landed your first job out of college and you are beyond pleased: You’re making your own money. But some gigs are so specialized – and so cool – that they offer your work and salary a bit of perspective. We combed the annals of BuzzFeed, Mashable, and Business Insider for quirky jobs and […]
