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Ace the virtual interview
Michele Rapp
May 1, 2020 - Under the current quarantine, chances are that your next interview will likely be by videoconference. Hiring rules have not changed—the interview is still your only opportunity to make a great impression. So, how can you nail your next virtual interview? Here are some tips to enhance your presence and success.
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Hear it from the experts
May 1, 2020 - We connected with some alumni career experts for tips on how they’re staying resilient and active during the current coronavirus quarantine – and how to start thinking about what’s next! Here are some of their tips.
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Hacking the human brain
Dianna Bronchuk MS'20
May 1, 2020 - If you had to deposit a check or transfer money for a bill, what would be the quickest option for you? Like many, you would probably unlock your smart phone, open a banking app, and do a quick transaction that will take you a minute or two. Just by that action of using your app rather than physically going to a bank, you are taking part in the fintech innovation that is transforming the financial world.
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How volunteering can boost your career
Michele Rapp
April 27, 2020 - Volunteering is meaningful in its own right, but volunteer work can also play an important role in helping you achieve your career goals. It offers many opportunities for exploring new work, skill building, networking, enhancing your resume and more. Below are a few tips on how to be strategic in your choice of volunteering, and the ways it can enhance your career.
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Distanced, but connected
Bihe “Momo” Wang, S’16 and Paul “Pu” Chen, MBA’08
April 24, 2020 - Physical distancing might limit our ability to meet in person during the COVID-19 pandemic, but that doesn't mean we can't strengthen our personal connections at a distance. Learn how two alumni found the power of their global network, even during times of social distancing.
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Is your resume robot-proof?
Jheneal McDuffie, CPS’10, MS’12
April 10, 2020 - If you’ve recently applied for a job, the chances are that the company you applied to used an Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to review your application. Artificial Intelligence in hiring is prevalent among Fortune 500 companies that hire often and in large volumes. The software assists in finding candidates who are a perfect fit for the posted position and much more. Nearly 98% of Fortune 500 companies use ATS. If you’re about to start a job hunt, here are some tips to make sure your resume is robot-proof.
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Two-way Learning: How Reverse Mentoring is Shaping Company Culture
Michele Rapp
April 9, 2020 - Until recently, reverse mentoring was seen as a way for younger employees to help senior managers become more technologically savvy. Today, reverse mentoring programs include shared learning among employees of different backgrounds. Now popular in many companies, including Paypal, Deutsche Bank, Target, PwC, Procter & Gamble, Mastercard, Cisco Systems, and
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The Art of Giving Successful Feedback
Lisa Foster, P’12
April 9, 2020 - Can we talk? That’s the question most bosses don’t want to ask. Even though most employees thrive when they receive clear feedback, 69% of bosses and team leaders report being uncomfortable talking to their employees.
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Resume Makeovers
Michele Rapp
April 9, 2020 - Recruiters spend less than a minute looking at resumes, so you don’t have long to catch their attention. Think of your resume as a written elevator pitch – you have 30 seconds to get on top of the pile. High pressure? Focus on these tips for polishing your resume to increase your likelihood of being noticed.
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Making a Strong Start in Your New Job
Anne Grieves
April 9, 2020 - You’ve recently graduated and you’re officially employed. If you continued to work with your coop employer, you have the advantage of returning to a familiar environment, knowing what is expected of you and understanding the goals of the organization. For others, landing a new job can be like travelling to another town, state or even country. You have some idea of what it might be like but you won’t really know until you arrive on your first day. There is a great deal of advice out there about all the things you could and should do to make a good impression and hit the ground running. From my own experience of starting new jobs as well as onboarding new associates to the team, I see four key steps to help you make a strong start.
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Is Burnout Preventable? 7 Strategies for Workplace Sustainability
Dr Kristen Lee EdD’11
April 9, 2020 - Today’s work environments are being called “modern hazards” within the “always-on” culture. We come in sick, stay up half the night ruminating over our long-to-do lists, eat lunch at our desks, and don’t use the vacation we earn because we dread falling behind.
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How to Fit Your Full-Time Job Search Into Your Full-Time life
Aileen Axtmayer, MS’09
April 9, 2020 - “Looking for a job is like a full-time job!” says every job seeker eventually. Whether this expectation is present when going into the process or not, the amount of time and energy needed to land a new position is often still surprising.