Making decisions is something we do every day. It moves us forward in life; it sets the wheels in motion and allows us to get things done. While for some, making decisions on simple things is easy, for others, it can be difficult, especially for the millennial generation. Millennials have grown up in a...
READ MOREDemystifying academic conferences
For students balancing work, school, and personal life, taking on an additional project, like attending an academic conference, might sound too much. That said, conferences can be worth the extra effort. They afford networking and resume-building opportunities—not to mention you might meet your future employer there. But how do you know where to start?...
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I was first inducted into Golden Key in 1989. I was in my final year of college and preparing to enter the job market. In 2019, I was inducted again into Golden Key after finishing a master’s in education. In those thirty years, I worked in state government, the U.S. Federal government, a couple...
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As I write this article I am taken aback, thinking about a time when I had just graduated and looking forward to working and sharing the knowledge I have learned over my years of learning. There is a lot that I have had to learn and unlearn in the process of getting for work. ...
READ MOREWhat I learned from doing five internships
While navigating my six years of college, I had difficulty finding what lit my spark. I changed my major multiple times and stayed for two graduate degrees. Had it not been for the experiences alongside my classes, I’d still be lost. This includes Sales Hours with the Tom James Company, Location Planning Analysis with...
READ MOREThree reasons why you should work or study abroad at some point in your life
The philosopher-king Marcus Aurelius stated, “We should not say that I am an Athenian, or I am a Roman, but rather that I am a citizen of the Universe.” This idea, far ahead of its time, demonstrated an astonishing precognitive awareness of the importance of attaining a holistic global education and cosmopolitan philosophical inclination....
READ MOREEntering the world of work after graduating
Realistically, the world of work is competitive and demanding. Unfortunately, possessing the requirements that employers want from graduates can be a tedious process to getting hired. What can help? Mentorship Graduates network with industry experts who offer career advice, techniques for searching for a suitable job, interview tips, and strategies for adjusting to the...
READ MOREWhat no one tells you about career development
So you have worked hard and managed to complete your studies and have secured your first job. Obviously, the next step is to master the corporate game and land your dream job after working your way up through hard work and dedication. Once you are settled, you start to realize that building your career...
READ MOREHow to take advice in the workplace
In the workplace, as in life, advice can come in two ways: solicited and unsolicited. The former is often easier to accept, as we’ve identified the need for another perspective. Yet the latter can be more difficult to appreciate. For someone who is used to flying solo, unsolicited advice can be even more surprising....
READ MOREApplying for fellowships and graduate assistantships
When I realized that I was ready to further my education by obtaining my master’s degree, I knew that I would need help funding my education. After researching different ways to fund your graduate degree, I discovered that many graduate schools offer fellowships and graduate assistantships to graduate students and support their education. After...
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