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Embarking on your first job is a thrilling milestone, but how well do your expectations align with the realities of the professional world? This exploration navigates the journey from academic achievements to the workforce, shedding light on common expectations and the often surprising realities faced by entry-level professionals. Embarking On Your First Job Journey is […]

Did you know that 8 people are hired every minute on LinkedIn and that over 122 million candidates receive interview invites annually via this social media platform? This is according to a study from LinkedIn itself, and it goes to show that it’s a goldmine of opportunities that you should take very seriously. That being […]

Can’t seem to find a job interview no matter the flurry of applications you fling at companies? Do all your job applications end with not even a whisper in the way of a rejection email? Either way, you can unlock success by reworking your resume to take out the Achilles’ heel that’s holding you back […]

Discover the dynamic shift in job hunting through mobile and social media in today’s landscape. From smartphones dominating job searches to the profound impact of social platforms like LinkedIn, this paradigm revolutionizes the way individuals find employment. The emphasis on branding, platform-specific strategies, and LinkedIn’s advantage in higher-paying job discoveries redefines the job search approach. […]

Most of the time, graduates have to settle for entry-level jobs right out of school. Of course, entry-level positions often mean entry-level pay as well. Then, you have to work your way up the ladder, earning experience before you eventually make your way to the mountaintop of success and good pay. And that could be […]

You meticulously craft your resume, hit the “Apply Now” button, and then… radio silence. No interview calls, no callback emails. What gives? If you’re feeling like your job applications are disappearing into a digital abyss, it might be time to investigate. Here are seven potential culprits that could be keeping you from that coveted interview […]

The landscape of remote work has never been richer in opportunities. How did we arrive at this point? We are on the cusp of a new era in remote work. This infographic unveils the narrative, from the inception of traditional offices to the societal changes, legal adaptations, and technological innovations that ushered in the telecommuting […]

Do you want to be a successful engineer?  The answer to that might seem straightforward, but the path towards that is not always so. No one algorithm defines the route you should take, just as is the case with any good engineering problem.  But there are a couple of things you can do that will […]

We all have ingrained beliefs about how job interviews work or should work, cemented by unfounded rumors and hearsay. These myths are so hardwired into our conscience that you may believe them to be true. The problem though is that they are not. In fact, some of these myths could very well be sabotaging your […]

The history of job recruitment is a fascinating journey through time. From ancient civilizations relying on hunters and gatherers to the emergence of modern recruitment methods, the evolution has been remarkable. The influence of major events, like World War II, the internet revolution, and the rise of social media, has reshaped how we search for […]

Are you ready to elevate your career to new heights?  In today’s competitive job market, it’s more important than ever to develop the skills that will make you stand out from the crowd. Discover the key skills that can turbocharge your success in the corporate world. In this infographic, we unveil the power of essential […]

When it comes to mentorship, we’re often blindsided by what it has to offer the recipient. While the latter’s benefits are clear in this relationship, you should know that mentors have just as much to gain as the mentee. Mentorship is a lot like sharpening two blades, with one side benefiting from the process as […]

Only 20% of computer science majors are women. The numbers drop even further to 19% when it comes to women pursuing engineering majors. Moreover, less than 16% of US engineers today are female. We can bury our heads in the sand all we want, but the truth of the matter is that there’s a grave […]

  If you were to ask any final-year university student about how confident they are to enter the workforce, and whether they feel ready for it, chances are you would get lukewarm responses.  It’s hard to muster up enthusiasm when students feel an undercurrent of uncertainty about whether the 3 to 5 years they spent […]

  June 2021Many of HBO Max’s then 44 million subscribers received a puzzling email one evening with pretty much nothing else but a subject line that read “Integration Test Mail #1.” Acknowledging the goof via its official social media account, HBO Max came out hours later to speak up, confirming that “yes, it was indeed […]