For a first-timer writing a resume, it’s easy to try so many different things in a bid to land that job. Trust me, I’ve been there, and the results are mostly damning at the end, especially when the recruiter appreciates specific details. Recruiters use the résumé process to curate applicants, decide whom to invite to […]
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It’s common for hiring managers to say, “Do you have any questions” during an interview. What’s uncommon, though, is lacking what to ask them. I’ve seen several applicants fail to muster one or two questions for their recruiters. However, it’s best to be prepared to ask a few questions, especially on interests that concern you
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No matter the year, networking never gets old. It’s a tool that helps students and professionals make connections that can serve them in the future. For example, new graduates looking for a job need all the help they can get for placements that boost their careers. You’re doing something wrong if you’re not networking as
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If you’re reading this, there’s a high chance you’re asking “is it possible to get an internship with bad grades?” To be honest, getting an internship can be tough in itself, but landing one with a low GPA is an even more difficult uphill climb. But it’s not impossible. Although life happens, and bad grades
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For many students and fresh graduates, the thought of how to get an internship with no experience can be daunting. With stories circulating of a saturated job market and a lack of available positions, it’s no wonder you feel apprehensive about the process. We’ve all heard tales of students who were unable to secure internships,
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There are people that swear by coffee to stay awake and study. Not people like me. Let’s just say I tried it in college but still found myself struggling to focus and learn at night. Staying awake to study at night is not for the faint-hearted. You must have set a goal and be determined
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Fatigue is a common experience when studying. Your body wants to sleep, your brain feels foggy and you can barely concentrate. We’ve all been there before, so I bet you can relate. The bad news is that test or exam will most likely, still proceed as scheduled. Doesn’t matter if you studied or not. There’s an
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There was a time in college when I was literally at a very low point. I lost all sense of passion for studying and thought what’s the essence of it all? Why study, get a job, and make money, when we leave everything behind someday? Now, whether this qualifies as the clinical definition of depression
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