Monthly Archives: May 2014

The Dos and Don’ts of LinkedIn

LinkedIn is a far cry from the circle-and-tear classified ads of yesteryear. The networking website lets users connect with long-lost bosses and colleagues, browse job postings, and discuss relevant articles pertaining to their field of work. As much as the career networking … Continue reading

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How to Make Your Break

It’s graduation season, which means it’s commencement speech season. One notable speech already making the rounds is Charlie Day’s at Merrimack College, where the It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia actor brought forth some serious wisdom to listeners (alongside his share … Continue reading

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4 Strategies for Successful Academic Research 

Research. It’s something almost every class requires, and a task that becomes almost routine to students by the time they graduate. But routine can sometimes result in old habits dying hard, with students falling into the same old customs every … Continue reading

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5 Skills That Can Be Learned in 5 Months

What if I told you that you’re just a few months away from attaining a new skill that can help you land a job, increase your academic performance, or both? Well, with the right combination of strategy and dedication, you … Continue reading

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Low Risk/High Reward: Keys to A Perfect Study Program

Unlike Saturday’s Kentucky Derby, final exams are nothing to gamble on. Instead, a much better approach is one that keeps your confidence high by accounting for several scenarios and taking advantage of what you already know. Keep your study program smart … Continue reading

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