Navigating Professional Development When Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life

Deciding to leave active duty and transition to civilian life is often a stressful and difficult decision. Upon transition, military members might have questions about what their next moves should be. Should they go back to school? Venture a new …

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Should I Say I Have a Disability on a Job Application?

In recent years, many companies have become increasingly interested in reaching diversity goals but in practice not all of them are properly prepared to deal with diversity. This contradictory situation may leave you wondering, “Should I say I have a …

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Should international students hide that status from employers when job hunting?

For international students navigating the job market, the transition from education to employment can be particularly complex. In addition to the typical challenges of entering the workforce, international students often face concerns related to visas, work authorization, and potential bias. …

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Soft Skills Gen Z Needs to Succeed—and How They Can Improve

Generation Z brings a unique set of strengths to the workforce. They’re tech-savvy, creative, and resourceful, but there’s a growing concern among employers: the lack of soft skills in Gen Z. These are the abilities that make you an effective …

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Career Change: Out of Teaching and Onto New Paths Beyond the Classroom

After years of lesson planning, grading papers, and shaping young minds, you may be contemplating a new chapter in your career. Or maybe you’re just a few semesters into teaching and have realized it’s not quite what you expected. Whatever …

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Empowering Women in Welding: Stacey Mrva, Metal Sculptor (SkillHero Spotlight)

In the quiet corners of upstate New York, Stacey Mrva is bringing spreading her passion for welding and metalwork by forging a community of women looking to expand their skillsets and try something new.

Stacey, a skilled welder and artist, …

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6 Ways You Can Be a Successful Recruiter Even In a Down Market

I broke into the recruiting world as an executive assistant for a boutique recruiting agency. Within a year, I was promoted to executive recruiter. In July 2022, we had 24 active searches split between three recruiters—almost more than we could …

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How professors can help you find an internship

Students should ask their professors about internship opportunities, as many employers ask those same professors for referrals to their students who may be interested in and well-qualified for those same internships. Many internship opportunities never find their way to college …

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The Different Types of Medical Careers – and Which One is Right for You

Introduction: Careers in Medicine

So, you’re interested in pursuing a medical degree! Whether you’re drawn to the fast-paced environment of emergency medicine, the intricacies of surgical procedures, the continuous care provided in family practice, or something else entirely, the medical …

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How to Network in College (And Why It Matters)

Imagine it’s your last year of college. Classes are winding down, and the job market is looming just around the corner. Then it hits you: Connections matter—it’s as much about who you know as what you know. Networking in college …

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