Sustainability is soaring in popularity, and it’s hard not to notice as global temperatures rise—so much so that regions around the world are experiencing unexpected heatwaves, prompting changes in seasonal activities and attire. What’s also on the rise are green careers. These sectors range from agriculture to high-tech, all united in their commitment to protecting …
Growing up video games have always been one of my interests and looking back at it I feel it has made me learn the value of working together and playing as a team at a young age. Some parts of the education sector have started seeing the benefits of gaming and started applying it to …
Communication skills Communication while working from home can be quite different in contrast with working from the office. This was one of the most important skills I had to learn starting out at my new company. I could not simply go over to my colleague’s desk to ask a quick question like I could when …
Looking for a new job is always daunting, irrespective of your level of education or your level of experience. Apart from a few rare exceptions, most people find it scary to talk about themselves and make the other want to hire you. But finding the right sales pitch for yourself is what you need to …
Here you are, at the last step of your job searching process – and, yes, it will be a digital interview. Good work! Both physical and virtual interviews can feel nerve-racking, but the more you are prepared for what is about to come, the more peace of mind you will have on the big day. …
France, the country of l’amour! And the cultural center of Europe for centuries and continues to be the source of inspiration for artists, philosophers, designers, and the like to this day. French people also have a great sense of style, fashion, and appearance. Located in Western Europe, it has land boundaries with Belgium, Luxembourg, and …
On 24 December 2020, the negotiators from the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) reached an agreement on a new partnership. This agreement sets out the rules that apply between the EU and the UK as of 1 January 2021. On that date, the UK has left the EU Single Market and …
For every job seeker, personal branding affords the possibility to stand out in the noise of job applicants and to showcase key strengths and skills to potential employers. But what steps should your students take to build a strong personal brand online if they are just starting their careers? The following CareerProfessor blog series provides expert advice on creating a successful personal brand. …
Every job seeker has heard about the importance of having an elevator pitch ready, in case they find themselves stuck on an elevator with the CEO of their dream company and have only 30 seconds to impress them. Now, even if you believe this will never happen to you, it is still essential to be …
There is not an ideal time for job hunting! The sooner you start preparing, the better. So NOW is the time to speed up and get a few steps ahead. And this is how we know you will rock your career hunt this year! Benjamin Franklin’s quote ‘By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail’ …