3 Ways to Find People for Informational Interviews
It seemed like fate—I had just read an article describing the rustic, birdhouse-inspired design at Twitter and then I received an email from my graduate school informing me of an upcoming alumni event that would be held at the Runway startup accelerator space in the same building. I went to…
Read articleWhat I Learned Conducting an Informational Interview
She wipes her sweating palms on her pantyhose as she takes a seat on the Muni bus. The styled mannequins of Forever 21 seem to mock her “business casual” navy dress and flats. She swallows hard and reaches a trembling hand up to brush a strand of hair that has…
Read articleKeep This in Mind When Asking Someone to Do an Informational Interview
Now you’ve learned the basics of informational interviews as well as heard about the benefits of conducting one. You’re just about ready to do one of your own, but before you do, here’s what you should know when asking someone to do an informational interview. In order to have a…
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Are you using all the tools you have to succeed in your job search? Here’s one you might not have considered—and how you can start using it right away.
Read articleNervous? 5 Ways to Take Control in a Job Interview
The little-known key to a successful interview is tricky. The secret is you–the job candidate–come in and take control. Here’s how to shift the power during a job interview. Successful interviews should feel like conversations. It’s easy to give into formal interview questioning and forget that you’re having a conversation with…
Read article7 Tips for College Seniors to Start the Job Search
Starting a job search is incredibly stressful for college seniors as spring quickly approaches. There are thousands of other college seniors, in your exact position, vying for those jobs as well. How do you stand out? To seriously begin your post-grad job search, prepare to invest as much time into the…
Read articleHow to Make an Impression at a Career Fair
Students who shine at career fairs are few and far between. Here’s how to take this valuable campus resource and use it to build a priceless network and job opportunities. For detailed advice from seasoned career coach, Courtney-Young Law, watch our career fair webinar. 1. Crucial (But Simple) Ways to…
Read articleBuilding and Making the Most Out of Your Network
How many times have you heard, “build your network,” as if it’s really easy like tying your shoes or binge-watching Netflix? While “building your network” is in fact awesome and worth every second of your time, it isn’t an overnight project. Networking takes time, creativity, and a little bit of sweat and tears. Get…
Read articleMichael Bloomberg’s Coffee Trick We Should All Try
Outside, the people of the Inner Richmond park their bikes, remove their helmets, and step inside the funky atmosphere of Velo Rouge café. Old photographs litter the yellow walls, tilting just slightly in this direction and that. I pick at my curry Peasant Pie and nibble at my salad. There’s…
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