When I was 13 years old, I went to science camp. One day, I sat and listened as a scientist described what global warming was going to do to the planet—rising ocean levels, mass extinctions, devastation of populations around the …
The United States federal government is the world’s second-largest employer with 2.1 million civilian employees. For payroll and other human resource purposes, most fall under the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.
Working for the U.S. federal government, especially early in …
While a job can be a significant source of accomplishment and satisfaction in your life, it’s also the primary way you earn money. That’s money you use to pay your bills, save for the future, and spend on whatever you …
I was a first-generation college student, and while I’ve held numerous jobs over the past decade, the struggles that began in college still have a lasting effect on me today. Unfortunately, many of the issues we first-generation college students (or …
There’s been much in the news recently — as well as a lot of nervous conversations in workplaces — about the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the kinds of work we’ll all be doing in the years to come …
So, you’ve decided to apply to graduate school. A difficult decision most applicants face is trimming down the list of potential schools to the ones that are most right for you; those that align with your academic interests and career …
As an increasing number of Gen Z are joining the workforce every year — around 17.1 million in 2023 alone — this generation (born between 1996 and 2010) is not only thriving in the workplace, but they’re starting to launch their own …
Meeting with a client, team bonding, interviews and networking events all may take place over a nice meal. To impress your company, it’s important to practice your manners. In this article, we discuss the importance of table manners and share …
Navigating the early stages of a new job offer can feel like walking a tightrope, balancing between excitement and the drive to secure the best possible terms for yourself. But negotiating your starting salary is more than just a financial …
The job search is exciting because there are so many options for what you can do — but for the same reason, it can also be overwhelming. How can you figure out what you want to do if you don’t know …
Knowing what skills to put on LinkedIn is crucial these days, as recruiters and employers often use them to filter candidates. Whether it’s soft skills like communication and leadership or technical know-how like data analytics, figuring out what to showcase …
Negotiating your salary as an MBA graduate isn’t just about securing a bigger paycheck—it’s about setting the right financial foundation for your career. According to research from the Harvard Business Review, failing to negotiate can cost you up to $1 …
