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Back-to-School Checklist: Must-Dos for Every College Student

Welcome back to school! Are you settling in? I hope so—Syllabus Week is probably over, and it's time to get to actual work. The year can absolutely fly by, so I thought now would be a good time to take …

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18 Career Goals for 2025 That Will Make This Your Best Year Yet

As the end of the year approaches, it’s natural to reflect on everything you’ve accomplished over the past 12 months. Maybe you landed a new job, took on a big project at work, or even started thinking about a career …

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7 Highest Paying Skilled Trades For Top Earning Potential

Are you looking for a career that offers high earning potential? Skilled trades are a great option, with most workers earning above average wages for their level of experience. In fact the top 7 highest paying skilled trades are all …

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Using Negative Feedback to Propel Your Professional Growth in 2025

Annual performance reviews are a critical touchpoint in professional development. They provide a structured opportunity to reflect on past accomplishments, assess current performance, and realign goals with organizational priorities. While positive feedback reinforces strengths, negative feedback often serves as a …

By Ivy Exec
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AI’s impact on the early career job market

While many worry about AI replacing jobs, the reality is more complex. On this episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we discuss how AI is transforming industries by automating tasks, which requires professionals to adapt, rather than replacing …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Top 5 Specialties That Will Propel Your Nursing Career

Healthcare is evolving rapidly as medical advances lead to longer lifespans and increased disease management for those previously seen as incurable. Every day there are new and promising treatment options being tested and rolled out, giving hope to those who …

By HospitalRecruiting
HospitalRecruiting is an online healthcare job board for physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses, and allied health professionals. Visit our site to view current medical practice and employment opportunities or navigate to our Healthcare Career Resources Blog for more great articles like this one!
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How to Become an Elevator or Escalator Technician in America

When you ride an elevator or escalator, do you think about how they work? If you’re fascinated by these impressive machines and like working with your hands, you may want to become an elevator technician or escalator technician.

Becoming a …

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Answering Situational Interview Questions As a Young Professional 

By Toni Frana, Career Expert at Zety.com 

Job interviews are designed to help employers to learn more about each candidate and understand how you would perform in the role they are hiring for. One common way employers do this …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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How to Create a Professional Resume Using AI Tools

A polished, professional resume is one of the most powerful tools for career growth. Learning how to create a professional resume using AI can give you a crucial advantage. 

Today, it’s not enough to simply list your job experience; your …

By Ivy Exec
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