Career Advice from the Hiring Side
Practical guidance for students and the caregivers who support them, from people who spent their careers making early career hiring decisions.
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What Recruiters Actually Notice in an Interview (Yes, Including the Iced Coffee)
The internet argued about whether an iced coffee belongs in a job interview. Here's what recruiters and hiring managers pay attention to.
How to Work a Career Fair: A Recruiter's 5-Step Playbook
We spent years on the other side of the career fair table. Here's the five-step playbook we wish every student walked in with.
Why Sophomore Year Is the Smartest Time to Start
Sophomore year gives students time to explore before the stakes rise. Here's how caregivers can help their student use it well, alongside the campus career center.
When Do Internship Applications Actually Open? The Three Recruiting Waves Explained
Internship recruiting happens in three waves, and the first one opens earlier than most students expect. Here's when each wave hits and how to be ready.
Your Experience Is Stronger Than Your Resume Says
Your summer job, your team, your class project: employers care about the skills behind them. Here's how to translate your experience into language that lands.
Interview Skills Are Job Skills: How Standout New Hires Show Up on Day One
The habits that help you in an interview are the same ones that make new hires stand out. Here's how they carry over into your first months on the job.
A Repeatable 7-Day Job Search System for Seniors and Recent Grads
The job search feels endless when every day looks different. Here's a simple seven-day rhythm you can repeat until it works.
How to Support Your College Student Right Now Without Adding Pressure
Wondering how to help your student without adding stress? Here's how to offer steady support that builds confidence and momentum, not pressure.
Navigating a Transitional Job Market: What Today’s Headlines Get Right and What Families Need to Know
AI is reshaping entry-level roles, and employers expect stronger human skills. Here's what the data shows and what families should know.
How to Talk About Careers Over Thanksgiving Without Adding Pressure
Holiday breaks are a natural time to check in. Here's how to talk about careers in a way that feels supportive, not stressful.
What to Do After the Interview: 5 Smart Moves That Keep You in Control
The waiting after an interview can feel endless. Here are five smart moves to stay proactive, professional, and in control.
Helping Your Student Build Confidence: The Power of Self-Trust
Your student's greatest advantage isn't a perfect GPA. It's self-trust. Six simple ways to help them build it.
Crafting Your Elevator Pitch: Nail the “Tell Me About Yourself” Moment
Tell me about yourself" is your chance to make a strong first impression. Here's how to answer it with confidence in 30 to 60 seconds.
From Applications to Interviews: Why the Questions You Ask Matter
The questions you ask can set you apart as much as your answers. Examples, better phrasing, and tips to prepare your own.
How to Build a Network When You Feel Like You Don’t Have One
You already know how to build relationships, and that's all networking is. Practical first steps to start from wherever you are.
Inside the College Recruiting Experience: What Every Parent Should Know
College recruiting moves faster than ever. Here's what your student is facing and how you can offer meaningful support.
Breaking Down the Internship Timeline: What Business Students Need to Know
Internship recruiting can start more than a year in advance. Here's the timeline by year and industry so you don't miss your window.
Early career prep isn’t about pressure — it’s about possibility.
Starting early isn't about rushing. It's about exploring, building confidence, and creating more choices down the road.
You Don’t Need to Have It All Figured Out — Start Here
Clarity doesn't come all at once, and that's okay. Here's how to start with curiosity and build momentum through small steps.