What’s next for the Class of 2023?

Learn where these grads are headed next, and how Gateway Career Center became a resource.

By Kelly Huth, Lafayette College Communications

Access the full article here: https://news.lafayette.edu/2023/05/10/whats-next-for-the-class-of-2023/.

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Monitor Your Personal Brand

In a competitive hiring climate, standing out from the crowd matters. Maybe you’ve proven yourself to be a mover and shaker in an emerging field. Or perhaps you have a professional innovation history that will impress. 

Certainly, you should mention …

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Lafayette students get firsthand look at potential careers

In January, more than 240 students shadowed Lafayette alumni, parents, and friends across various industries—and gained real-life exposure to what it’s like to be on the job.

By Stella Katsipoutis-Varkanis
Original article published here: https://news.lafayette.edu/2023/03/28/lafayette-students-get-firsthand-look-at-potential-careers/

In January, 245 Lafayette sophomores, …

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6 Interview Tips From Industry Experts

You might be the perfect candidate, with a perfect resume, and exactly what a company is looking for. But, if you don’t know how to interview well, or conduct yourself in a professional manner don’t expect to land a job. 

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The Best Cities for Women to Launch Careers

International Women’s Day is an occasion to reflect on past progress toward gender equity in the workplace and the challenges that still remain. In 2021, women in the U.S. earned about $0.82 for every dollar men earned. Hispanic or Latina …

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Interview Anxiety | 3 Tips to Calm Your Pre-Interview Nerves

You’re on your way to a job interview! You must be so excited, right?

Then why do you feel like throwing up, why is your shirt soaking wet, and what is that ringing in your ears? It’s your friendly sympathetic …

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How Can You Tell if An Employer Values Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace?

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace can feel like a buzz phrase, but in practice, it’s a way to make all employees feel supported and empowered to succeed at work. Some companies do the bare minimum and post pledges on …

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What Are SMART Goals? Template and Examples

Eighty percent of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. Setting big goals can be exciting, but it’s hard to follow through when reality hits. Finding success in achieving your goals starts at the beginning of the process when you set …

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How to Answer the “Why Are You Interested in This Role?” Question

Interviewing for a new job? You’ve done half of the hard part – applying for the job and landing the interview. Now, you have to prepare for it.

Practicing common interview questions is one surefire way to prepare for the …

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How to Spot a Scam During Your Job Search

If you’ve ever used a job search engine such as Indeed or Monster, you may have come across some strange or otherwise perplexing job postings. These can often be amusing due to unfortunate spelling errors or odd language syntax, but …

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