LinkedIn Groups Get a Makeover: What it Means to You

LinkedIn Groups has been sorely in need of a major facelift. Many LinkedIn Groups have deteriorated in value so the timing is perfect for this renovation, which is open for business today. The time is also right for you to evaluate your goals and presence in your LinkedIn Groups. Here are the major changes announced […]

Telephone Your Way to Your Next Internship

Everyone’s talking about mastering LinkedIn and Twitter for job and internship success, but don’t forget to master the telephone and voicemail! Your proficiency with telecommunications will certainly make an impact on hiring managers. Your voice is an important aspect of your personal brand. You want to sound confident and friendly. You don’t want your prospective […]

Employer’s Interview Advice for College Students

Are you gearing up for interviews this spring? Employers are the best source of credible advice. Not all employers and industries are created equal, so you want to determine how to impress your employer of choice. Consider this advice direct from several top employers: 6 pieces of advice for college s tudents Dress Right = Know […]

How to Prepare for your Internship Interview

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Great news!  You have an interview date set for an internship position! Now you have to prepare. There are different types of interviews and the preparation will vary accordingly. If you have any choice in the matter, you should always try for a face to face live interview. You want the chance to make the […]

5 Personal Branding Tools for College Students

Your personal brand is established and nurtured by you, whether online or offline. Start by reflecting on what is most important to you and your future. Be able to effectively share your passions, specialties and values in various ways. Don’t make the mistake of thinking it’s all happening online. Once you start networking or get […]

Employer Networking Through Your College

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Don’t be surprised but your college or university Career Services Department is very likely to have some of the best opportunities for you to meet and impress employers. These are often the kind of opportunities that can lead to an internship or a first job. The first thing to do is follow their calendar of […]