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Why January is the perfect time for early career job seekers to stand out

January is not just the start of a new year. It is the best time to reboot a stalled job search. Hiring teams are setting new priorities and budgets are resetting. Most candidates start the month by sending out generic …

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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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What’s the Dark Side of AI for Job Searching?

What’s the DARK SIDE of AI??? 😈

*THIS…* 👇

1) Using AI to write a cover letter that begins “Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to express my interest…”

2) Using AI to generate resume bullet points that are …

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Beat the 2026 bots: How to get your resume past modern AI filters | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep93

Welcome to another episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast! If you are an early-career job seeker trying to land that first real role, this is a must-listen. Did you know that before a human recruiter even looks at …

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How to handle interview questions about skills you haven’t fully developed yet

By: Keith Spencer, Career Expert with AI resume builder Resume Now

In any job interview, it’s perfectly normal to encounter questions about things you haven’t done before or skills you’ve yet to develop. After all, if we only applied for …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Discovering Your Career Purpose And Passion

It is 8:00 am on a Monday morning. I hear birds chirping and the campus library bell ringing, and see a rush of people wearing orange making their way into work.  Full of anticipation and excitement, I step into my …

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