How to Ask for a Promotion—and Get It

Asking for a promotion can be anxiety-inducing, but it doesn't have to be. In fact, with the right preparation, asking for a promotion can be relatively stress-free. Also, it's important to keep in mind that sometimes your manager is too busy to realize …

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5 Common Interview Mistakes and How to Fix Them

You're ready for a new challenge. You did your research, sent out applications, and eventually interviewed. When you finally heard back, you were told you were a great candidate, but your application just didn't stand out. Why?

One likely answer …

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Anatomy of a Winning Resume [INFOGRAPHIC]

The elements of a resume have evolved greatly over the years; back in the day, candidates would include their heights and weights on their CVs! Thankfully, those days are behind us, but that doesn't mean that the proper format of …

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Abbott’s ‘Shaping the Future of STEM’ Podcast (Episode 2)

For more than 130 years, Abbott has changed the world by creating new products and technologies in nutrition, diagnostics, medical devices, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. Now, Abbott is changing the face of careers in STEM.

How this top employer is changing the face …

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Sample Interview Questions: Why Do You Want to Work Here?

This question is designed to demonstrate how much research you've done on the firm as well as to see if you might be a good “fit.” To get further information about a particular firm, you should read recent press stories …

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14 Great Jobs for College Students That Give You “Real World” Skills

There’s a lot going on during your undergraduate years—and not all of it is directly tied to your future career. But at least part of going to college is about getting the skills you need to land your first job …

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8 Skills You Need to Build to Land a Senior-Level Job

Getting a senior-level job requires hard work and dedication. It also requires certain skills. In fact, to land a senior-level position, there are several key skills you’ll need. And below are eight of the most important of these skills—which you …

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What Smart Employees Do Right After a Promotion

After tons of hard work and multiple conversations with your manager, you’ve finally been given a promotion. Congratulations! This is a big milestone in your career, so take a moment to pat yourself on the back and celebrate this occasion—and …

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How to Make the Most of Your Clinical Physician Job…


…To move into your next one 

A lot of the conversation surrounding physician career change presumes you’re moving to a non-clinical role. But many physicians simply want a new job—a new clinical environment with new people and new challenges. …

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5 Tips for AI-Powered Interview Success

AI-powered interviews are quickly growing in popularity due to their ability to save employers time and money during the recruiting process. And if you’re apprehensive about your upcoming AI-powered interview, you’re not alone. In-person interviews can be nerve-wracking enough, and …

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