Drawing on the experiences of Black professionals at Handshake, this article offers guidance on navigating early career challenges and finding community at work.
If you’re serious about your professional growth, learning how to write a career action plan is essential. An effective action plan for your career is more than just a list of dreams—it’s a strategic roadmap designed to help you achieve …
Undocumented students in California are invited to apply to the Immigrants Rising Entrepreneurship Academy, a free, online, self-paced training program designed to help you launch your own business.
Through the Academy, you’ll gain:
Who can apply?
Undocumented students in California, …
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A professor at the University of Iowa encourages students to adopt new habits or break unhealthy behaviors using a low-stakes assignment.
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In 2011, a study showed that Asian Americans accounted for only 1.9 percent of corporate officers. And in 2018, Harvard Business Review published an article claiming that Asian Americans are the least likely group to be promoted to management positions in US companies. So what does it take to get promoted? What are the necessary skills to not only secure a job, but to progress a budding career? How do cultural beliefs and background affect these skills?
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Collaboration skills are more than just being a buzzy phrase—they’re essential for any successful team. Whether you’re brainstorming with coworkers or tackling a complex project, the ability to work well with others can make all the difference. But what are …
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In today’s rapidly evolving job market, the skills that employers value are continuously changing. As we move through 2024, it’s crucial for job seekers to understand the workplace skills that are in demand, how …
The best way to introduce yourself during your job search was originally published on the Handshake Blog.
Elevator pitch vs. bio vs. “tell me about yourself”: what you need to know.
In the course of your job search, you are …
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January 16, 2024 | By Kevin Gray
Students hoping to catch the eye of potential employers through their resume should forego relying only on their strong GPA and instead highlight the attributes and skills they developed in their classwork and …
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