3 things to consider to make the most of your down-time By Peter KoerellaUVM Career Center Fall Recess is just around the corner, and a few days of rest are nearly here! Whether you’re planning on relaxing at home or somewhere else, it’s a perfect time to get a head-start on exploring career opportunities! Here’s …
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Your job doesn’t have to suck.
Really, it doesn’t. Here are some tips about how to assess your current job and, if needed, how to manifest your next bold move. Disclaimer: This is not about making you more money, this is about making your job matter to you.
Working Your Plan
Dreading those summer “What are you going to do with your life?” conversations with relatives and friends? Here’s your answer: “I’ve got a plan and I’m working it!” The 4 Year Plan for Career Success is just that—a well-defined road map of action steps for your four years at UVM to help you engage in …
Utilize Staffing Agencies in Your Job Search: 5 Things You Need to Know
Finding employment can be a daunting task. One important, but sometimes overlooked resource is reaching out to local staffing agencies. To get you started, here are 5 things you should know: #1) What Do Staffing Agencies Do? Staffing Agencies are the matchmakers of the employment world. They recruit on behalf of businesses to find talent. …
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Senior Series: Get Ready to Negotiate!
Receiving an offer of employment can be very exciting. You’ve worked hard, interviewed well, and jumped through several hiring hoops to beat out the competition. But what if the salary offer seems too low? The first thing to remember is that there is much more to compensation than salary. Some companies pride themselves on a …