Soft Skills 101: Definition + 50 Examples

Soft skills are becoming increasingly important in today’s job market. They refer to the personal attributes that enable you to interact effectively with others, such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management. Employers are looking for candidates who possess these …

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Pros and Cons of a Double Major

Whether you are just starting your freshman year of college or approaching the declaration deadline, your major is probably on your mind. At most four-year universities, you must select your major by the end of your sophomore year. If you’re …

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How to prepare for an interview (steps & tips)

Preparing for an interview can be nerve-wracking, but with the right mindset and a few key strategies, you can set yourself up for success. Whether you’re applying for your dream job or just looking to improve your interview skills, there …

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How to Make a Career Choice When You Are Undecided

With thousands of options, how will you choose a career that’s right for you? If you don’t have any idea what you want to do, the task may seem insurmountable. Fortunately, it isn’t. Follow an organized process and you will increase your chances …

By Dawn Rosenberg McKay
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What is the Handshake home feed?

Handshake is constantly evolving to provide the best experience for job seekers like you. As part of our latest suite of innovations to help ambitious students launch their careers, we’ve introduced a home feed that supports valuable content like videos, …

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How to choose a major that puts you on the path to success

Choosing a major is one of your most crucial decisions in college. It is not just about picking a subject that’s interesting or easy for you; it’s about finding a path that allows you to channel your strengths, nurture your …

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Do You Know the Essential Job Skills For a Resume?

Your resume is where you get to show employers all you’ve done and can do, including work experience, education, internships, volunteering, certifications and awards, and your skills. Understanding the right job skills for a resume requires a mix of pulling …

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Your Food Service Jo Can Serve Up These valuable Professionals Skills

“It all started with Chipotle.”

What do you think of when you imagine working in a restaurant? You may picture juggling a tray laden with steaming plates, taking orders at a counter, seating hungry diners, frying up entrees on a …

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What Is Career Mapping? How to Map Your Own Career Path

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average employee changes their jobs 12.4 times between ages 18 and 54. Nearly half of the job changes happen in an employee’s early career, between ages 18 and 24. 

So, how can employers get their employees to …

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10 Ways to Use ChatGPT to Land a Great Job

Do you hate writing cover letters?

Or coming up with the perfect resume bullet?

Or just figuring out what to do with your life???

Good news: ChatGPT is here to help!

And while it can’t find you a job completely …

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