8 Job Search Mistakes to Avoid (And What to Do Instead)

There are tons of good (and not-so-good) advice out there that can guide you through the job search, but none of them can guarantee you’ll get a new role. For every cover letter template and resume format guide you read, …

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How to Spot a Scam During Your Job Search

If you’ve ever used a job search engine such as Indeed or Monster, you may have come across some strange or otherwise perplexing job postings. These can often be amusing due to unfortunate spelling errors or odd language syntax, but …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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4 Great Tips for an Effective Cover Letter

When you’re locked into a serious job search it’s incredibly important to stand out from the multitude of other applicants, as things can get pretty competitive and hiring managers won’t waste their time on dull and repetitive applications. One way …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Updating Your Profile on LinkedIn: Skills You Should (and Shouldn’t) Add

Creating a LinkedIn profile can feel stressful enough — how much experience do you add? Do you write descriptions of what you did? Who do you connect with? Should you start making inspirational posts with emojis for emphasis? Yet LinkedIn …

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How Employers View Your LinkedIn Profile?

Wondering how your LinkedIn profile factors into hiring decisions?

In a 2020 survey, 67 percent of recruiters said they used the professional social media platform to recruit candidates. Another 67 percent noted they perused candidates’ LinkedIn profiles before extending hiring …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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How to Write an Entry-Level Cover Letter [Example]

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

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Hey there! This article is a part of our series on Behavioral Interviews. Check out our complete Behavioral Interview Prep Course to prepare for your upcoming interviews.

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

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This Fall, The Emory Career Center moves to EagleOps

Starting Fall 2022, the Career Center is moving our career services from Handshake to EagleOps (powered by 12Twenty).

Emory Students will now use EagleOps to:

RSVP for Career Fairs & Events
Schedule Appointments with Career Coaches
Search & Apply for …

By Frank March
Frank March Marketing & Communications Specialist
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