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How to Assess Professional Growth Opportunities During a Job Interview
Tips Advice
May 06, 2024
Job seekers want to know that a potential employer will invest in their professional development, or that it promotes from within.
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Advocate for Yourself in the Job Search & Workplace
Advice Tips
April 25, 2024
You are the expert on your skills, education, certifications, and previous experience.
Raelynn Grasso
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Set Yourself Up for Your Next Career When You Transition Out of Military Service
Advice Tips
April 22, 2024
As we approach our biggest military networking event of the year, you can empower yourself with the knowledge needed to improve your career decision-making process.
Raelynn Grasso
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Need an Internship? Think Outside of the Box
Advice Tips
April 18, 2024
Engaging in an internship while going to college is an excellent way to begin to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.
Raelynn Grasso
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Unlocking Career Opportunities: Navigating the Job Market with CareerQuest and Handshake
Advice Tips
April 15, 2024
CareerQuest and Handshake are at your disposal to streamline the job search process and maximize your network opportunities.
Shuruq M. Alfawair
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5 Strategies for Turning Rejections into Opportunities
Tips Advice
April 11, 2024
Good news! You can use rejection to drive yourself.
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Student and Recent Grad Pathways to Federal Jobs
Advice Tips
April 04, 2024
The Federal Government offers many internship and employment opportunities tailored to individuals at various stages of their academic and professional journey.
Shuruq M. Alfawair
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6 Unusual Interview Techniques to Watch Out For
Tips Advice
March 27, 2024
Today we’re going to talk about some unconventional and unusual interview techniques that you might come across during your job search.
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Dealing with a Second Job Interview: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Advice Tips
March 20, 2024
Here’s what you can expect from a second job interview, as well as how to prepare.
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Best Practices for Pre-Interview Social Media Clean-Up
Advice Tips
March 11, 2024
If you have an interview coming up, you’ll want to do some social media cleaning beforehand.
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Information Sessions Available at the March 2024 Virtual Career Fair
Advice Career Advancement
March 07, 2024
Register for Information Sessions at UMGC’s Virtual Career Fair to learn about workforce-relevant resources and student support services.
Shuruq M. Alfawair
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Tips for a Successful Virtual Interview
Advice Career Advancement
February 22, 2024
Use the following eight tips to enhance your success in your upcoming virtual interviews.
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