Path 2 Success

New “Path 2 Success” web pages guide RU-N undergraduate students to academic and career success, connecting students in all schools with the information, services, and resources needed to reach their goals!

First-years, sophomores, juniors, and seniors have pages curated specifically …

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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Tips from 21 experts about how to network in their industries

If you’ve read even a few articles or books about how to search for a new job, you’ve undoubtedly read how important it is to network. Unfortunately, many of these articles fail to define just what that means or provide …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Student Perspective: Landing a Paid Summer Internship

By: Robert R. Chiossi

Recently I was offered and accepted a paid summer internship with Princeton University.

I left the interview feeling as if I had nailed it and believed in my heart that I would be offered the position. …

By Career Development Center
Career Development Center
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8 Executive Networking Strategies You Can Leverage

Strong professional connections are a vital element of career growth. Networking with the right people can help you bag an executive position or retain one. It gives you a fresh perspective, which comes in handy when you want to prove …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Level Up Your Virtual Communication Skills

Nearly five million Americans work remotely at least half of the time. While remote work has many benefits, including increased flexibility, employees who work from home may feel disconnected from their colleagues, managers, and companies. 

One of the reasons for …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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4 Types of Networking Emails—and How to Write Them

The more time that passes after you meet people for the first time—either in person or virtually—the harder it is to remember them. This is why, when you’re job searching, it’s important to take notes after meeting someone new. It’s also …

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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Rebuilding Your Network After a Layoff: Essential Steps to Take

So you’ve been laid off – welcome to the club.

This year alone, hundreds of thousands of startup workers have been let go from their jobs. So you may not be part of a company anymore, but you’re still in …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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How Employers View Your LinkedIn Profile?

Wondering how your LinkedIn profile factors into hiring decisions?

In a 2020 survey, 67 percent of recruiters said they used the professional social media platform to recruit candidates. Another 67 percent noted they perused candidates’ LinkedIn profiles before extending hiring …

By Ivy Exec
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How to Network After You’ve Been Let Go

By Robin Merle

As soon as people hear that you’ve been let go, one of their first questions will be, “Are you networking?” In some ways, this is like asking if you’re getting another pet right after you tell them …

By Ivy Exec
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Maximizing Your Network for Job Opportunities

In today’s job market, making connections matters—a lot! Have you ever wondered why some people seem to land great job opportunities effortlessly? It’s often because of their network.

Your network is like a circle of friends, serving as a vital …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Proactively Shaping Your Career: Cultivating Future Opportunities

In today’s dynamic professional landscape, crafting a resilient career trajectory involves staying primed for growth and seizing opportunities as they unfold.

Whether comfortably ensconced in your current role or eyeing future prospects, maintaining an enduring allure as a sought-after professional …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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