The acronym STEM stands for: SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS An example of each is Physical Science, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Applied Mathematics. A student studying disciplines in any of the fields above is known as a STEM student. Every day is different for a STEM student. Rarely will you find yourself doing the...
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Storytelling is a tale as old as time, but being able to tell a great story can give you an edge over the competition. Stories are all around us. However, they can be woven into many different aspects of your life. Here are five ways to use storytelling to stand out from the crowd....
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According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, self-care means to simply “care for one’s self.” The idea is sadly overlooked more often than it should be. For instance, someone starts something new, and in learning this new set of skills or tasks, one can forget about themselves. This can include but is not limited to morning...
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Global business changes at such a stunning pace that entry-level professionals barely have time to acclimate to a new company, a new competitive environment, or new operational requirements. The challenges faced by young workers include lack of experience, a complex corporate world, and business education that is too theoretical and out of sync with...
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As far back as we can remember, we’ve been told to listen. In any organization with a top-down hierarchy, listening is paramount. However, as we move up the ladder, we tend to start talking more and listening less. You have to lead, you have to manage, you have to train, and you have to...
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Have you been applying to positions and not getting a response? Are you looking for ways to stand out in a crowd? Then a fully optimized LinkedIn profile may be right for you! Whether you are entering the job market for the first time or climbing the corporate ladder for years, a well-developed LinkedIn...
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Graduation from college is a beautiful thing. Parents, family, and friends come, near and far, for such a life-changing experience. Many college graduates are promised jobs and professional opportunities before graduation, while it may take others time for them to get their first job offer. As a graduate and proud member of the Golden...
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Each individual has contrasting “needs” and “wants” when evaluating their move to graduate school, but some factors are more important than others. The decision to move to a different state to enter a Ph.D. program can be simplified once you realize your primary and secondary non-negotiable’s. As a first-year Ph.D. Latina student in a...
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Do you have a memory like an elephant? Do you have the unique ability to remember even the most minute details, dates, facts and figures from forever ago? Do you feel absolutely no need to write anything down because it is all “right here” (tapping my index finger on my right temple)? I am...
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Wanting to have a powerful take-off in a certain area in your life will require you to put forth some type of work. Making a powershift will require you to tap into your inner power and shift in the direction you want to go. However, sometimes tapping into your inner power requires prerequisite steps....
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