What Is the STAR Method? How to Use It in Interviews

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Preview of Top Behavioral Interview Questions:
Tell me about a time …

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How do I complete my Clinical Requirements?

We know that enrolling in a program and preparing for certification exams can present quite a challenge. It is important to understand your requirements and know who to contact for additional support. When it comes to gaining hands-on learning experience …

By Siena Montero
Siena Montero Career Coach
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How to Give a Great Elevator Pitch (With Examples)

Though people are complex and so much more than just their jobs, in a new social situation you’re often asked, “So, what do you do?” or “What are you majoring in?” While you probably have a stock answer ready to …

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What Are Professional References?

After applying, interviewing, and waiting, you got a job offer. But the written offer notes it’s contingent on your professional references, and you have no idea who to ask or how to get started.

Whether you’re a student who’s never …

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8 Ways to Improve Your Time Management Skills

What’s the difference between an unproductive employee and a productive one? Often, it’s not their talent or work ethic but their time management skills. Time management is a soft skill that ensures you get your work done efficiently and effectively — …

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What Is Active Listening?

Active listening is a soft skill that can help you get your job done effectively and make your coworkers see you as an empathetic, capable teammate. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, communication skills — specifically active listening — …

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If You Are Getting Interviews But Not the Job Offer, You Need to Try These 6 Things

“I applied for the perfect job for me,” an FGBer wrote in our forums recently.

“Something that I love and can do very well. I went through eight interviews and felt they all went well. I got the call today …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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What is Job Shadowing? Definition, Benefits, and How to Set It Up

The job search is exciting because there are so many options for what you can do — but for the same reason, it can also be overwhelming. How can you figure out what you want to do if you don’t …

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Interview Angst? Here’s What Not to Say in an Interview

As someone who’s been on both sides of an interview, I’ve heard a lot of things that were better left unsaid. I’m sure the speaker meant well (usually), but nerves just got in the way (guilty as charged!). But sometimes …

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How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation

If your career plans include graduate school or research, there’s a good chance you’ll need a few recommendation letters from your professors. While you probably asked high school teachers to write letters for you, asking a professor to write one …

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Tips for Improving Your Public Speaking Skills

Public speaking skills allow us to share important information with our coworkers, team members, and higher-ups. Yet if you feel nervous, sweaty, and afraid when speaking to an audience, you’re not alone. In this article, we’ll help you combat your …

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Am I Too Old to Switch Careers?

Eight reasons why career transitions later in life are possible despite lingering age discrimination.

Gayle worked her whole life at HP, mirroring her mother’s long stint at IBM.

She moved up the corporate ladder until finally there was one painful …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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