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Monday Motivation | Your First Resume

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week We all have to start somewhere. Don’t panic when you begin writing your first resume, even if you feel you have minimal or no work experience. While you might not have been formally employed before, that doesn’t mean you don’t have any useful skills.…

Monday Motivation | Making Connections

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week If you’re interested in networking with a professional you admire in your field online, resist the urge to send a generic LinkedIn connection request. In fact, personalized LinkedIn connection requests are encouraged at all times, especially if you’re trying to keep in touch with…

Monday Motivation | Keep Them Reading!

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week First impressions are important when writing a cover letter so don’t underestimate the power of a good opening line. Make it memorable, creative, and relevant to the organization you’re applying to work with. Grab the hiring manager’s attention with these first words to make…

Monday Motivation | Master the Art of the Group Interview

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week Not all job interviews are one-on-one conversations between you and a hiring manager. Sometimes, employers will choose to interview multiple candidates at the same time. There’s no need to panic at the fact that your competition is literally in the same room as you,…

Monday Motivation | The Benefits of Teamwork

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week Job hunting doesn’t have to be a lonely experience. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, talk to your friends who are also looking for new positions and combine your job search efforts! You may practice your interviews, review each other’s resumes and cover letters, or look…