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Navigating a Career Change

What can you do when you discover that what you thought was your chosen field just isn’t the right fit? You poured so much time, effort, and money into learning these skills, and the feeling that it was all wasted is overwhelming. First and foremost, don’t despair. While transitioning into something new may come with costs, you are most definitely not back at square one.

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Study Abroad Lite: Study Away and Short Term Abroad Programs

If you’re intrigued by the idea of study abroad, but you’re not quite sure it will work with your personality, finances, or academic goals, other options are available. A study away program is an off-campus semester in the United States. A short term or summer abroad program still takes you out of the country, but not for a full academic semester.

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Leverage LinkedIn for Professional Success

As a Certified Professional Résumé Writer and College/Career Strategist, I think LinkedIn is THE tool for job seekers and those who take a proactive approach to their career growth. Here are the top four ways to use LinkedIn to advance your career success.

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Career Exploration: Industry and Career Research Tools

Exploring potential career options can be daunting. There are so many different industries and types of jobs, it’s hard to figure out where to even start looking. My latest blog post provides several resources that are great for researching almost every occupation imaginable. Read more for some ideas on how to start identifying your ideal career path.

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Life After College: What’s Next?

The first few months after college graduation are a bit surreal for most young adults. A life that was filled with structure, after school time commitments, and due dates is suddenly full of free time. Now that it’s fall and the social calendar is slowing down, you may find yourself wondering what to do when you’re not at work.

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