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Industry Experts Reveal 5 Keys to Success In Your First Job

It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for your whole life. In addition to weddings, having kids, and graduating, your first job is one of the biggest life milestones. With so much pressure on that first job, or “first grown-up job” as some people call it, there are a lot of things to keep in mind.

You want to impress your boss and co-workers, you want to learn and grow, you want to get along with everyone, and you want to …

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Body Language Tips for Interviews

Actions speak louder than words, especially in an interview. Your body language, posture, and facial expressions can make a big impact on how an employer perceives you. To ensure your body language isn’t leaving the wrong impression, follow these 8 tips.

By Hailey Jennato
Hailey Jennato Creative Graphic Designer
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How to Decline a Job Offer

It’s normal to decline a job offer. It may be because another offer aligns more with what you want to do with your career, has a better package, or because you know that the position is not the best fit for you. No matter what, it is important that you respond and do so promptly.

How to craft the “No Thank You” email:

The first step is to show your appreciation. Saying “thank you” goes a long way. The company …

By Julia Brockney
Julia Brockney CareerEdge Colleague Manager
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Interview Mistakes to Avoid

There are many ways to prepare for interviews, and one way to do so is to know what the most common mistakes are. Knowing these will allow you to know what to avoid and how to prevent the mistakes before going into the interview.

Not Doing Research Beforehand

It is important to come to an interview knowing specific information about the company. Not doing research beforehand will negatively affect your performance. You should be able to relate some of the …

By Julia Brockney
Julia Brockney CareerEdge Colleague Manager
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