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Why You Still Need LinkedIn & 3 Steps to Get Started

LinkedIn gets a lot of hate, and much of it is well deserved. But it is still an excellent tool to level up your career. In this episode, I break down why LinkedIn is still an extremely powerful tool for …

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18 Things to Do After Graduation—Before Committing to a 9-5 Job

Graduating from college is a significant milestone—but it doesn’t mean you have to dive headfirst into a 9-5 life. With your degree in hand and the world at your feet, you have the perfect opportunity to explore new experiences, grow …

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3 Steps to Choosing Career Paths in Skilled Trades

Skilled trades are often overlooked as a viable and rewarding career option. They offer numerous advantages and opportunities for anyone looking for a fulfilling profession. To help you navigate through the plethora of choices, here are three steps to choosing …

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Virtual Enrollment Fairs for High School and College Students Who Want to Continue Their Education

Struggling to engage with top recent grads and students because your admissions office just doesn’t have the resources to visit their schools over and over and over again? Virtual career enrollment events allow high school, college, and university recent graduates …

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10 leading platforms that connect college students with internships and entry-level jobs

The landscape of early career recruitment has shifted from a physical campus tour to a digital ecosystem that never sleeps. For those in the 2016-2029 graduation cohorts, the search for that first internship or career-defining entry-level role is no longer …

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5 Ways for a Woman to Create Financial Independence

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College graduation is a milestone. Marked with a cap and gown, a ceremony, and also, financial independence. After college, you may be faced with making …

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How to stand out in a sea of AI-generated resumes | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep75

The application crisis is here. Applications are up 45% due to AI agents that send 50 resumes daily. Learn the five ways employers fight back. This episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast reveals what job seekers need to …

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