Pop quiz: What do 85 percent of Supreme Court judges since 1910, Bill Clinton, Eli Manning and Warren Buffet have in common? The answer: They were all once a part of their respective college alma mater’s Greek community, meaning they’re members of a fraternity or a sorority. That’s right, some of the most influential leaders…
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Six Actions College Students Must Take to Get Hired
The courses you choose to take in college are intended to prepare you for success in a future career, but coursework isn’t the only thing you can do while in college to ensure success. Studies have shown that people who wind up successful in the careers of their choice all did college preparation activities that…
Building Your Professional Brand
Chances are you’re already a pro at self-marketing – you may just not know it. Each Facebook update, blog post, tweet and photo you’ve shared on the Internet already exists in a loosely linked network of social media. By harnessing these networking sites and honing the content, you can leverage your online presence to build…
Making the Most of a Temp Job
A temporary gig can be more than just a job. In order to make the most of your temporary positions, you have to change your view of temp work. Each temporary assignment is an opportunity to make connections, learn new skills, and discover your best career path. To make the most of your temporary jobs,…
How to Stand Out Online with a Common Name
It was Shakespeare who wrote “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose, by any other name would smell as sweet”; but perhaps the great bard failed to foresee a future in which the uniqueness of your name determined if you stood out in a crowded space or just blended into the vast…