From resume mix-ups to drug interrogations, business and human resources management sophomore Sophie Jones’ interview history has not always been ideal. Jones had her first interview at a sports bar...
Nothing is worse than being underdressed, even if it’s at the beach. It’s worse if you’re underdressed for a job interview.You must dress for success if you want to be taken seriously. Research what...
After spending untold amounts of time, money and effort on perfecting a resume, cover letter and application process, in comes the long-awaited call for an interview.It is tempting to think of this as...
I would be lying if I said I didn’t think most of my fellow students had a part-time job, in addition to being full-time students.Since starting college, I’ve been employed by two part-time jobs while...
You’re graduating. Good job. Now what? You obviously didn’t get a degree to keep waiting tables, so the job search must begin.Let’s be realistic now: you’re probably not going to find a job soon...
When many students think about joining clubs, interning or working part-time, they often consider whether that activity helps them build an attractive resume. Jill Pletcher, director of Career Services...
LinkedIn is a priceless professional in today’s world. If you do not have a LinkedIn profile already, go to www.LinkedIn.com and create one. Here’s how: 1. Complete your profile: Fill out your profile...
Uncertainty can be tremendously powerful, especially when the confusion concerns careers.Questions can fire rapidly through panicked heads when contemplating a career change, such as whether the planned...
Some college students aspire to become doctors, lawyers and business executives. Like them, Wichita State student Andrew Michaud has found his calling.Michaud is a senior this year, majoring in criminal...
The professional world may seem like a daunting place from the safety of a classroom. However, the waters of transition are not uncharted. Success can be possible with some planning and preparation.Director...
You can have a perfectly manicured resume, a well-thought-out cover letter and a flashy suit, but if you don’t show confident body language, you might not get the job you want.Don’t: Give a weak handshake....
Rejection is a hard pill to swallow. You don’t want to be snubbed after dressing the part, putting yourself out there and doing your best to make a great first impression. But not getting a job is a...
