Job Tips

In recent years, movements for women’s empowerment in all aspects of life have gained momentum. There are now calls for women to get the same opportunities as their male counterparts, especially in leadership positions. While most companies are now open to making these opportunities happen for women and have women in key positions, some companies … Read more

Promotions are a highlight of anyone’s career. They bring you closer to your career goal, and you will now have access to better projects and even better pay. Promotions also help you stay motivated and feel good about your skills. But when your colleagues get promoted, how do you respond? Are you happy for them? … Read more

Published: April 29, 2024 by Aryn Prestia  San Jose State University’s iSchool has 13 recognized student groups with the goal to create community among individuals interested in similar career paths. Most student groups also include a professional counterpart that, in turn, can offer student memberships at a discounted rate, giving you an opportunity to “try out” the … Read more

The question I am asked most frequently is, “Why am I not getting interviews/callbacks/offers when I’m putting in all this effort?” I know that job seeking can be frustrating and that the process is often lengthier than candidates would like. To make it less frustrating, you must be strategic and precise in executing your search. … Read more

Experts state to create a story within a job ad. Online job boards and social media have made it simpler to apply with one click for every position advertised, but should you? Statistics indicate that men will apply if they fit 60% of the qualifications while women are more discerning at 90%. As such, some … Read more