Author Archives: Career Development Center

Seven Reasons to be Thankful for Your Healthcare Career This Holiday Season

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As we approach the holidays, they may be a bit different this year, but it’s a good time to reflect on the people in our lives and what we are thankful for.

The year 2020 may be remembered for …

By HospitalRecruiting
HospitalRecruiting is an online healthcare job board for physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses, and allied health professionals. Visit our site to view current medical practice and employment opportunities or navigate to our Healthcare Career Resources Blog for more great articles like this one!
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How to Write an Out-of-Office Message During the COVID-19 Pandemic—Plus Examples!

Everything’s a little off-kilter as we continue to contend with the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s hard to step away from work when the “office” is the dining room table you can see from your couch. It feels a little strange to …

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All Your Questions About Soft Skills and Work—Answered!

You’re searching through a job board, scanning postings for positions that might be right for you, and in the requirements section you see: “strong communication skills” or “team player” or “skilled multitasker.” Do your eyes just jump over these? Or …

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Three Things to Consider When Asking for a Job Reference

Asking for a job reference is one of those things that is perfectly normal and necessary, and yet potentially uncomfortable. There something about asking, “Hey, is it okay if a stranger calls you and asks you a lot of questions …

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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How to Build a Career Path in 3 Steps

By Alex Janin
Updated Nov. 17, 2020 4:12 pm ET

Whether you are looking for a job for the first time or seeking to make a move in the middle of your career, having a plan is the surest way …

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How to Network and Meet the Right People

By  Alex Janin
Nov. 11, 2020 10:28 am ET
Building a network is vital for your career, whether you are looking to take the next step, change industries or build your personal brand. Networking can feel intimidating at any age …

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Rutgers University-Newark Launches Virtual Career Center To Offer Customized Career Services For Their Diverse Community

by: Cece Carey-Snow

https://blog.gouconnect.com/rutgers-university-newark-launches-virtual-career-center-to-offer-customized-career-services-for-their-diverse-community

Rutgers University – Newark has launched a new virtual career center to expand the reach and impact of career services for students, alumni, and their community.

The Rutgers-Newark Career Development Center project is aimed at reaching …

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The Best Ways to Talk About Your COVID-19 Layoff in a Resume, Cover Letter, or Interview (With Examples!)

Job searching while you don’t currently have a job always comes with worries about how potential employers will look at this gap. Unfortunately, even though it’s unfair and irrational, there are some companies that may discriminate against unemployed people when …

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28 Digital Marketing Terms You Need to Know (Whether You’re a Marketer or Work With One)

If there’s one thing I’ve learned over my 10+ years in digital marketing it’s that there’s a lot of jargon to become familiar with and keep up with as things evolve. After all, change is the only constant in marketing.

So …

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4 Ways to Build Meaningful Workplace Relationships Remotely

Networking isn’t just about finding a job. Strategic and effective networking can help you gain insights about yourself, and can be a source of support and strength as you navigate the peaks and valleys of a job search. Building meaningful …

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