(Thanks to our friends at MyPerfectResume for sharing this data.) MyPerfectResume released the findings of its Recruiting Trends Survey revealing a trend that is likely seems unfair to serious jobseekers. A staggering 81% of recruiters admitted to posting jobs that don’t genuinely exist or are already filled. This practice of ghost jobs (posting positions that are either fake or … Read more
Growing up with genuinely caring parents leaves a lasting imprint on our lives. Their influence shapes our values, our attitudes, and the way we navigate the world. Nurturing parents cultivate an environment where love, respect, and empathy take root. They encourage us to explore our potential and face challenges with courage and resilience. But how … Read more
Hey guys, I’m back again with a new update! So, last weekend my friends and I decided to make the most of the last few summer days and chose to drive to Wildwood, New Jersey. We’d been talking about taking a short trip for weeks and with the changing seasons it felt like the perfect … Read more
Crafting a strong academic CV is an essential part of the UK university admission process. With the highly competitive nature of university applications, especially in the UK, a well-structured CV can significantly enhance your chances of being accepted. Unlike a standard CV, an academic CV focuses on your educational background, research experience, and academic achievements. … Read more
Halloween is here! The chill is in the air. The leaves are turning on the trees. Bags of candy of every description practically fall off the shelves into your basket as you wind your way through the grocery store. And everyone—especially the kids—has their Halloween costumes picked out. Halloween isn’t just for children, though. Many … Read more
For 72-year-old Jacqueline Withers, retirement has been rocky. And she’s not alone, as it turns out. Eight years ago, the Jacksonville, N.C. resident stepped away from her job as a home healthcare aide because of a heart condition. She tapped into her Social Security. But it was not — then or now — enough to … Read more
If you’ve been in a relationship, you’d know that it’s not always sunshine and rainbows. Silent resentment can often creep in, making things complicated and, at times, downright challenging. As someone who’s been there, I can tell you that these subtle feelings of bitterness don’t just appear out of nowhere. They have triggers, some of … Read more
Hope Schmitt is an ISA Florence alumna at Arizona State University. In the following blog, Hope highlights some of her favorite places around Florence, while providing some general insights into the experience of studying abroad in Italy. I remember months before I traveled abroad to my new home for the next 4 months, I was … Read more
With over 80 students to please, ISA Barcelona had its hands full trying to create the most fun trip for each person to enjoy. Fortunately, I had the honor of experiencing an all-out trip to satisfy all our traveling desires! From exploring the city center to eating fresh paella in the countryside and even taking … Read more
As entrepreneur Jim Rohn famously said, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” And while some of those people may lift us up, others quietly drain our energy, distract us from our goals, or chip away at our peace of mind. Often, we let them stay out of habit … Read more