Intimidating Skills List on the Job Description? Don’t Let Them Intimidate You

You’ve been sent a job description for a position that really interests you.

You’re reading the experience requested for the role, and you’re glad to see that you have most of it. But then you come to the last three …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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9 Steps to Nail the College Career Fair

The big day has come. You have made it to the job fair, you are dressed professionally and focused. So, now what?

It is important to understand that campus recruiters travel a lot, do multiple careers fairs, and are under great pressure to …

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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5 Job Search Mistakes You Shouldn’t Make

Any serious job search can be a stressful endeavor. You’re putting yourself and your experience out there for all to see, and it can sometimes feel like you’re under a giant microscope. Not only that, but you’re in competition with …

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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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Job Search Etiquette: Best Practices for Communicating with Recruiters and Hiring Managers

In the last few years, an unfortunate trend from the dating arena has entered the business world: ghosting.

In a recent study, three-quarters of 1,500 workers surveyed from around the world reported that at least one company had simply ignored …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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How to get your first job if employers all require experience

In today’s competitive job market, education alone is often not enough to secure employment in your chosen field. Prospective employers are looking for well-rounded individuals who can hit the ground running. For this reason, having at least one career-related job …

By College Recruiter
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Top 10 podcasts for early career job seekers

There must be hundreds and probably thousands of podcasts that provide a regular, wealth of information and insights that help college and university students and recent graduates as well as others who are searching for early career job opportunities.

The …

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Quick Ways to Get Ahead on Your Job Search (And Still Have Time to Relax This Summer!)

There’s still time to build momentum in your job search, and the great news is that it doesn’t have to take a lot of time either! You can get a head start for the school year and still have time …

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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Job Searching 101: Where Do You Start?

Whether you’re a current student, an early career professional, or just someone looking for their next job opportunity, a question you might be asking yourself is, “Where do I start the job-hunting process?”.

With so many different avenues and ways …

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5 Tips for Ensuring a Job Is the Right Fit for You

When looking for a job, you need to take into consideration many factors. In addition to daily responsibilities and salary, you need to think about things like training, advancement, flexibility, benefits, and company culture. Otherwise, you might find yourself very …

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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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Job Search Anxiety After College? Find Your Zen With These 8 Tips

Congratulations, you’ve graduated from college (or will soon)! So, what’s next? For most recent graduates, finding work is priority number one, but it’s a process that leaves many with job search anxiety. 

Anxiety about a job search is completely normal, …

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