How to Interview with Your Whole Self

It's natural that interviewing can sometimes feel unnatural, as it can often be difficult to know “who you're supposed to be” during an interview. You might think that you need to interview in a certain way and try to be …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Yes, You Can Still Learn About Company Culture When Interviewing Remotely—Here’s How

There are a number of things you consider when evaluating whether or not a job is a good match for you. You need a salary that meets your expectations, responsibilities that get you excited, and a manager you think you’d …

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CS Radio – Episode 128: “Consulting Detectives”

Thinking about a career in consulting, but not exactly sure what that entails or how to prepare? Mylene and Michael share insights from current MBAs who have experience in the field.

Show Notes:

Case Interview Guide
CS Radio Episode 100: …

By Michael DeAngelis
Michael DeAngelis Senior Associate Director, Communications & Technology
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How to Feel More Confident in Interviews

When you land an interview, you often feel instant joy. Unfortunately, this joy can soon be replaced by anxiety—and that can wreak havoc on your confidence. The good news is there are several distinct ways to fight this anxiety, boosting your …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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How to Ace ‘Guesstimate’ Interview Questions

Guesstimates such as How many ping-pong balls fit in a 747? are among the most unnerving interview questions you can receive. They can seem so off the wall that they can shake up even the most calm, collected candidate. In …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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You want that sick internship? You betta werk

An earlier version of this story was originally published in The WALK magazine, and is reprinted here with permission from the author.  The WALK is the University of Pennsylvania’s premier student-run fashion magazine. Written, photographed, illustrated, and designed entirely in-house, …

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12 Types of Workplace Discrimination | An Employee Guide

Illustration by Marian Blair

In 2017, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reports that over 80,000 workplace discrimination charges were filed, resulting in a staggering $400 million in compensation for victims. The Commission defines and prohibits 12 types of …

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Job Seeker, Change Agent

Check out this post from the Carpe Careers blog published on the Inside Higher Ed website – written by PhD/postdoc career advisors for PhD students and postdocs:

By Joseph Barber
Joseph Barber Director, Graduate Career Initiatives
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Why Interviewing Your Interviewers Matters

Check out this post from the Carpe Careers blog published on the Inside Higher Ed website – written by PhD/postdoc career advisors for PhD students and postdocs:

By Joseph Barber
Joseph Barber Director, Graduate Career Initiatives
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CS Radio – Episode 122: “30 Seconds”

Inspired by Bill Gates, J. Micheal and A. Mylene demonstrate the perfect 30-second interview answer!

Show Notes:

Bill Gates Gives 30 Second Interview Answers (via Forbes)

Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala, used under a Creative Commons Attribution …

By Michael DeAngelis
Michael DeAngelis Senior Associate Director, Communications & Technology
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