If you’re looking to give your résumé a boost, attend free workshops, and network with those who share your goals, consider joining a professional organization. You may also consider joining an organization thatat intersects your career with your identities, such …
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You’ll hear us speak frequently about the importance of memberships to professional organizations. Memberships offer you the chance to connect with similar persons who share your values and professional goals. If you identify as Black or work in an industry …
As you enter the professional world, you may want to stay up-to-date on current trends and topics that relate to your own identity or the communities you serve in your career. A professional network is an excellent way to accomplish …
When you join professional organizations, you gain access to an expansive network, exclusive learning engagements, and more. In addition, a membership looks great on your résumé. If you’re Latinx or work for an organization serving this population, consider joining an …
Asking for a job reference is one of those things that is perfectly normal and necessary, and yet potentially uncomfortable. There something about asking, “Hey, is it okay if a stranger calls you and asks you a lot of questions …
I never thought I’d become a user experience (UX) researcher when I was in college—in large part because I didn’t even know the role existed! I happily stumbled upon the role while working at an eight-person startup where I had …
The struggle is real. After lots of thought, deliberation, and “aha” moments, you’ve decided to start looking for a new job. But before beginning this journey, you’ll have to face the job seeker’s rite of passage: writing or updating your …
So you’re considering a career in marketing and wondering whether to explore a specialty within the field. Do you dig deep and become an expert in email marketing, for example? Or do you pursue the path of a marketing generalist, …
“Whenever I get a stack of resumes, I throw half of them in the trash. I sure don’t want unlucky people on my team,” said no hiring manager ever…but sometimes it can feel that way when you’re hunting for jobs.
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So you’re applying to your first job and you’ve gotten to the portion of the job application that reads, “Upload resume here” or “Email your resume to…” Now what?
Don’t sweat it. Literally every single person who has ever submitted …
