Between meeting colleagues, mastering skills, and tackling new responsibilities, the first three months at a new job can feel invigorating to say the least! But, of course, it will take time to build up the confidence to accomplish everything you …
We all have questions. Asking questions is one of the best ways for us to learn. And some questions just never seem to go away as much as they shift from being asked by one person to another. For example, …
Being able to succeed in the workplace isn’t just about completing day-to-day tasks — it’s about working with others, managing your workload, communicating your results, and building your career. All of those skills are known as career readiness.
Career readiness …
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving job market, the concept of a lifelong career with a single company is becoming increasingly rare. More and more people are embracing the idea of switching careers, whether to pursue new passions, seek better opportunities, …
Consulting can be an elusive, confusing field, but when you break it down, it’s about people with expert knowledge advising others. Consulting careers are typically impactful, lucrative, and even rewarding roles where you can apply knowledge to help solve problems.
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If you’ve ever thought about a career in sales or marketing (or both!) but aren’t sure it’s right for you, listen up! Participating in a sales or marketing virtual job simulation on Forage is a great way to test the …
Every major change in the world impacts the labor market, and climate change is no exception. As environmental crises escalate and new challenges emerge—like meeting the 2030 emission reduction target—companies are pushed to invest in sustainable practices. To navigate …
Building a strong professional network can be the key to unlocking valuable opportunities and advancing your career. The question is, where do you start?
For students and early-career professionals, there’s no better time than now to start forging meaningful connections. …
There’s a time and a place when it comes to creativity in the job application process.
One of those places, for example, is your resume – especially if you work (or are seeking work) in a creative industry like media, …
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From Fortune 500 companies to non-profits, there are dozens of Black-owned companies on Handshake that hire students and young alumni. Check out this article from Handshake for the list, and consider “Following” the companies on Handshake, or reaching …
Bilingualism, or the ability to speak two or more languages fluently, can be a huge asset for job seekers. As a 2017 report by New American Economy discovered, the need for bilingual workers in the United States more than doubled …
After applying, interviewing, and waiting, you got a job offer. But the written offer notes it’s contingent on your professional references, and you have no idea who to ask or how to get started.
Whether you’re a student who’s never …
The difference between a web developer vs. software engineer is difficult to define since web developers are a type of software engineer. The term software engineer is broad and encompasses various technology roles and specializations, including web development, cloud computing, …