Author name: keegan Leopold

Maybe you’ve experienced burnout in your current role and decided to start looking for a new job. First, congrats on taking the necessary steps to care for yourself and your mental health. There’s no denying that burnout comes with consequences for your mental, emotional, and sometimes even physical wellbeing. Some signs include exhaustion, feelings of

Landing your first job in any field can feel like a tall order—and particularly so in the tech industry, where you might be wondering how you’ll ever stand out against scores of talented engineers. While software developers continue to be in high demand, differentiating yourself when you have little to no relevant work experience will

Sure, you love to post pictures of your vacation antics or your kid’s first day of school. But social media can also be a powerful tool for your professional life. You can use it to build your personal brand, grow your network, establish yourself as an expert in your field, or give prospective employers a

Just as companies and organizations have adapted to remote work and hiring over the last few months, they’ve also had to rethink their internship programs. But how will this new normal affect your internship search, and what you need to do as a candidate? For starters, the entire interview process will likely be virtual, which

You’ve thrown your virtual cap in the air and received your diploma—congrats! You’re officially a college grad. Now it’s time to find a job.⠀⠀If you only have a vague sense of what you want your career path to look like, have no fear. (Also, you’re not alone!) There are a few key things you can

What do you mean when you say “brag better”?⠀It means that we need a vocabulary and a systematic approach to tout our own accomplishments, because nobody knows what you’ve done and what you want until you tell them and ask them.⠀⠀Whether you’re trying to land your dream internship, struggling to feel valued in your job,

Graduating from college or otherwise applying for your first professional job is stressful in any circumstance. But it feels especially daunting when the economy, the job market, and the world in general seem to be turned upside down.⠀⠀As the number of people filing for unemployment reaches into the millions, college seniors and other first-time job

The goal in any meaningful relationship is to give it depth.⠀⠀Of course, not every networking contact has to become a deep relationship: We have a finite amount of time, energy, and resources. But when there’s potential to help each other in business and in life, it’s worthwhile to take the relationship deeper. And what people

We know everyone is tired of hearing the words “unprecedented” and “2020” together. So we are going to say that this last year was extremely unordinary. And it’s probably safe to say that many of us are eager to put 2020 in the rearview mirror.⠀⠀The coronavirus pandemic took a toll on every aspect of our

If you want that opportunity that’s going to fit with your lifestyle and pay you well, you must be willing to put in the time to do all of the steps, including reviewing your cover letter for every job you’re applying to and updating your LinkedIn profile. It’s part of the process. The job opportunity

Analytical skills are the knowledge and abilities that help you to evaluate information and solve problems. Any “skills that relate to logical and critical thinking, research, analysis, [and] problem solving or resolution” are analytical. On your resume, your most important skills should be listed in at least two places: a skills section and the bullet

Before deciding to add extracurriculars to your resume, identify the skills you need for the job you want. You can do this by reviewing the job description or setting up an informational interview with someone who works in a role or industry you want to work in—or even at the specific company you have your

I know everyone is tired of hearing the words “unprecedented” and “2020” together. So I’m going to say that this last year was…extremely unordinary. And it’s probably safe to say that many of us are eager to put 2020 in the rearview mirror. It looks like the early months of 2021 are going to be

We all know resumes are important. They’re your first impression. The highlight reel of your qualifications. The tool that you can use to land an interview (and ultimately a job). What Belongs in My Experience Section? your full-time work history will often be the primary source of material for your resume. But your experience can

If you fall into this camp, don’t worry. By the very nature of the job, you’re expected to jump right in and start solving problems. Then, in three to six months or so, you can move onto your next exciting challenge, no strings attached. For some, this is truly an ideal setup. But many others