Val Matta

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Are You Ready for a Leadership Role? Four Questions to Ask Yourself

Posted on January 15, 2025

pexels Nearly everyone, at some point in their career, will have to decide if they want to pursue a leadership role. However, many people focus their consideration on the wrong factors. Yes, leadership positions come with pay bumps, extra perks, and more prestigious titles. But to be …

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How to Make Progress on Job Preparation During the Holidays

Posted on December 5, 2024

It happens every year. Students are right on track with their job search, but then they go home for the holidays. They’re torn between family events, re-energizing, and catching up with their old friends. Then your job seekers return to school stressed out because they’ve fallen behin …

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How to Identify an Employer You Can Trust

Posted on October 8, 2024

Trust. A simple five-letter word that has the power to make or break any relationship in life. And we’re not just talking about personal connections — trust plays a significant role in the professional world, too. This Edelman Trust Barometer report found that 76% of employees trust t …

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3 Ways to Highlight Your Career Interests in an Interview

Posted on July 12, 2024

Talking about future goals and career interests is a key component of almost every interview. But the questions“Tell me a little bit about why you want this position” and “Where do you see yourself five years from now?” regularly spark a sense of dread. Admitting that you’re only ther …

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How to Search for Job Satisfaction Instead of a Job

Posted on May 1, 2024

While it’s easy to hyper-focus on a position that fits your major, the qualifications needed, and the paycheck, there are still several other factors to consider when searching for a job. Overall job satisfaction is a critical factor to consider.

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Topics: Job Seeker

Resume Writing: Tips and Tricks for Your Career Service Resource Library

Posted on April 13, 2024

Resumes serve as the gateway to career opportunities, making it essential for job seekers, especially college students, to craft compelling and effective resumes. Career service professionals play a crucial role in guiding students through this process. In this blog post, we will delv …

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Topics: Career Services

4 Practical Ways to Sharpen Your Online Interview Skills Before Graduation

Posted on March 30, 2024

Getting ready for graduation is an exciting time, but it can also add extra pressure to perform at the next level, especially when it comes to interviewing for your future career. Many job interviews and opportunities are also now conducted virtually. This means you have another job s …

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Entrepreneurship: Mapping a Development Path for Graduates and Alumni

Posted on January 24, 2024

The entrepreneurial journey is an exhilarating path that beckons to those with a spirit of innovation and a desire to create something extraordinary. For graduates and alumni, entrepreneurship offers a unique avenue for professional fulfillment and impact. It’s important for students …

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Bridging Futures: How Alumni Career Fairs Forge Connections and Open Doors

Posted on January 17, 2024

Career fairs have long been recognized as essential platforms for students to explore job opportunities, but their significance doesn’t fade after graduation. Alumni, too, benefit immensely from these events tailored to their unique needs and experiences. It’s important to fully reali …

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Lifelong Learning Initiatives: Empowering Alumni Through Continuing Education

Posted on January 10, 2024

Learning doesn’t end with a diploma; it’s a lifelong journey that evolves with each experience and new piece of knowledge acquired. For alumni, continuing education opens doors to new opportunities, skill development, and personal growth. There are a myriad of continuing education opp …

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