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Acing the interview with your two minute personal profile

Nothing is more valuable than distinguishing yourself from others, especially during an interview.

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Winning cover letters

Yes, you need one! Tips and tricks on creating a cover letter.

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Defining your value proposition for a targeted job search

Send a clear and convincing message to employers that you’re the one they need.

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Accomplishment statements

Packaging your skills and experiences to show off your strengths.

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Best. Resume. Ever.

Tips for writing a resume that stands out.

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Optimize your job search and get noticed

Are you making the most of your job search efforts?

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Five tips for making a career change

Has your career lost it’s luster? Maybe it’s time to make a change.

  • Job Searching and Resumes
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Professional outreach tips for new grads

Jennifer Urbanski, BMOS’09, on transparency, honesty and authenticity in life and in business.

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How to shine during your next interview

The key to interview success is to be a great storyteller.

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Thinking of working with a job recruiter?

How a recruiter can help you target your search and find the perfect job for you.

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Four tips to network your way to the top

Alumni Career Coach Sarah Dawson shares her best networking tips.

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What comes after hello?

We live in a digital world, but face to face conversation hasn’t lost its importance.

  • Personal Interest
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Navigating career transition

As you navigate transition, it may be helpful to reconnect with what you are really wanting for yourself in your career and life and adopt a bias toward action.

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Why you can’t get a job

Many job candidates do all the right things and still it’s a daunting task to get a new job.

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