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10 ways students can build a professional LinkedIn profile

April 15, 2021 by Valerie Turner

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Written by Alyssa Potempa, Career Center Graduate Student LinkedIn is a popular career-oriented social networking platform that is used widely across various industries by employers and job seekers. Not only do companies and organizations make job opportunities available through this site, but the platform also allows users to network professionally with people in numerous … [Read more...] about 10 ways students can build a professional LinkedIn profile

Filed Under: career readiness, Networking, Professionalism Tagged With: branding, LinkedIn, networking, Professionalism

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Learn and practice networking skills at the Speed Networking Event April 27

April 11, 2016 by Valerie Turner

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What does professional networking mean? Many people think it’s only for job seekers, but networking—which basically means developing relationships—is an important skill to learn as we begin developing our professional life. This includes planning and learning about careers, gaining experience in our chosen careers, and searching for permanent positions. People who are most … [Read more...] about Learn and practice networking skills at the Speed Networking Event April 27

Filed Under: Events, Networking, Professionalism Tagged With: Alumni Association, networking, professional attire, Professionalism

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12 LinkedIn etiquette tips

February 8, 2016 by Valerie Turner

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Written by Amie Gant, Career Center Communication and Design Assistant, Bachelor of Science, Professional Writing. Because having good etiquette on social media can positively impact your professional development, knowing what to do and what not to do on each social media platform is crucial. Actions that are completely acceptable (or unacceptable) on Facebook, Twitter, … [Read more...] about 12 LinkedIn etiquette tips

Filed Under: Job Search, Networking, Professionalism Tagged With: Amie Gant, etiquette, LinkedIn, networking, Professionalism

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Why December is a good time to job search

December 16, 2015 by Valerie Turner

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Written by Amie Gant, Career Center Communication and Design Assistant, Bachelor of Science, Professional Writing. If you’re like most of us, the holidays are a time to slow down and take a good, long break from our hectic schedules. However, if you're currently searching for a job, you might consider letting the holiday season help you kick-start your job search. While … [Read more...] about Why December is a good time to job search

Filed Under: Job Search, Uncategorized Tagged With: job search, networking

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Doubting Your Career Direction? Let Doubt Motivate You to Clarify Your Goals

August 26, 2014 by Valerie Turner

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Written by Benjamin Thomas, Career Center Graduate Assistant, Master of Science, Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Doubt is an uncomfortable position, but certainty is an absurd one. –Voltaire Since kindergarten, education for most of us has been a very structured process. Even through high school, where we could pick our courses, electives, and activities, it was always … [Read more...] about Doubting Your Career Direction? Let Doubt Motivate You to Clarify Your Goals

Filed Under: Career Planning Tagged With: career confusion, career planning, exploring, interviewing, networking

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