6 tips for what to do when an employer ghosts you

There is nothing quite as soul-crushing as nailing a third-round interview, sending a thoughtful thank-you note, and then hearing absolutely nothing for three weeks. For early-career seekers, employer ghosting feels like a personal rejection of your entire future, but the …

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18 resume changes you should make to get past the ATS filters…and why

Think of an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) as the digital bouncer of the modern job market. It’s a software powerhouse used by almost all large corporations and most medium-sized companies to organize, search, and rank the massive influx of resumes …

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What Are Entry-Level Jobs Actually Looking For? Skills, Experience, and Expectations Explained

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You’ve seen it before: job postings marked “entry-level” that somehow require 2-3 years of experience. It’s maddening. You start wondering if employers have completely lost touch with reality or if the entire job market has gone sideways.

Here’s the …

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Alumni Spotlight: Brandon Ellis ’12

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Lafayette Degree & Major(s): Bachelor of Arts, Economics
Graduate Degree: Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Science in Sport Management, University of Massachusetts – Amherst

Location: Chicago, IL

Title: Director of Finance
Employer: Big Ten Network

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Networking feels fake? 4 ways to build real connections. | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep82

Does networking make you feel like a used car salesman? Stop faking it. We reveal how to build genuine connections without selling your soul.

In this episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we dive into Keith Spencer’s expert …

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How to stop comparing your job search to everyone else’s

By: Keith Spencer, Career Expert with AI resume builder Resume Now

You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” It’s a simple way of describing something many people learn the hard way: measuring your own life against …

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Get Hired in 2026: 4 Ways to Bring Receipts & Prove Skills | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep81

Stop hoping your resume is enough. In 2026, employers don’t just want potential—they want proof. It’s time to bring the “receipts” to your job search.

Generic buzzwords like “hard worker” won’t cut it anymore. To land the job this year, …

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How to Answer: ‘Tell Me About Yourself’

Interviews often begin with one question that sets the tone for everything that follows. In fact, 93% of hiring managers ask candidates “Tell me about yourself”, making it the most common interview question.

That means your answer is not just …

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How to negotiate your salary and other compensation like a pro | From Dorms to Desks | ep79

Stop leaving thousands on the table! Recruiters expect you to negotiate your total compensation, one some of which is your salary or wages. Learn the insider secrets now. 

On this episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we expose …

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How to analyze charts in your consulting interview

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How to analyze charts in your consulting interview
Master chart interpretation for consulting interviews with benchmarking, frameworks, expert videos, and targeted practice drills

James Dunbar, General Manager at RocketBlocksPublished: February 25, 2026

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