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Following up is a great way to get noticed by recruiters and representatives of companies, without too much work. Not only is the idea of following up very important, but methods of following up also have to be considered.
There are a few factors that go into whether you should follow up or not, such as what event you attended, what impression the company left on you, and how well you connected with representatives. If you had an interview, make …
Being a woman in a male-dominated field, like finance or business in general, is sometimes difficult to navigate. That’s why getting ahead by reading some great business blogs, tailored specifically for powerful women, is super important!
WHY read career blogs tailored for groups that you may identify with?
While most career advice can certainly help individuals get an idea of what they should do or how they should maximize their career success, career-related blogs specifically catered for women …
It can be difficult to not be hearing back from companies while seeing people humbly brag on LinkedIn about their accepted offers. It can also be very hard to balance job-seeking and the other many activities of college. In fact, the pressure might be on to find an internship or full-time offer after the many summer internship rescinds of COVID-19. Whatever the case may be, make sure you are taking care of yourself but also actively working toward getting an …
Ideally, as you look for internships or full-time opportunities, you will have a process of sifting through the many companies that are hiring. There are going to be opportunities that better and best align with your own personal current achievements and future goals. One of the best ways to prioritize opportunities is by looking at what your personal target companies are.
What is a “target company”? A target company, in terms of finding an ideal job opportunity for you, is …
Have you ever wondered whether an LSM or a Minor is more impressive or relevant to getting your dream job? There’s no correct answer to this question, as both are quite impressive in their own ways and it’s a very personal choice. However, there are definitely reasons to get an LSM rather than a minor and vice-versa. For those unfamiliar with the Bentley University LSM, it is a Liberal Studies Major that can complement and enhance your business degree, making …
Accessibility has become a key component of any company’s strategy to create a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. A study from Accenture, the American Association of People with Disabilities, and Disability found that “organizations prioritizing accessibility had 28 percent higher revenue, and people with disabilities represent the third-largest market segment in the United States.”
Additionally, by adding employees with different backgrounds and abilities to any workforce, businesses are better able to understand different markets, consumers, build better products, and foster …