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Get Email NotificationsBy Consiglia M. Intile, M.A., LPC, NCC, NLU’s Assistant Director of Career Services
The question “Tell me about yourself,” is one of the most important questions a candidate will answer in any job interview, because it is often used as the first question. Since it is the first action question, much weight is placed upon it because it will set the tone for how the rest of the interview will go. Many candidates become nervous and unsure on how to go about answering this tough question because they want to make a first great impression. To alleviate some of those nerves and gain a clear strategy on how to WOW the employer at your next interview, follow these tips.
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College is a busy time. Between classes, homework, and exams, it can be easy to lose sight of the ultimate reason for attending college in the first place: your career. With summer break on the horizon, you can take a step back from the hustle and bustle of the academic year and use your downtime to meet new people and build up your professional network. Nowadays, 70% of jobs are attained through networking, so be sure to take some time out of your busy schedule to start making valuable professional connections. Below are a few strategies you can use to build up your network while you’re still in school. 
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You just blew the employers away with your expertise and skills from your final interview. You are offered the position, just as long as the employer can contact and speak with your references. References are an important piece in the interview process because they can validate what candidates have placed on their resumes. To ensure this step doesn’t interfere with your offer, follow these seven rules regarding your references. 
So you’ve decided to take the plunge and make a career change! Perhaps you’ve gone back to school to get a degree. Or maybe your life circumstances have changed—your kids are a bit older, you’ve moved to a new city, or you’re ready to start a new chapter.
If you’re searching for a job in your field, plan to participate in career fairs. They help you get maximum return for your time spent on the job search. Instead of typical career-seeking activities such as filling out applications and emailing resumes, career fairs allow you to meet face-to-face with company recruiters. However, you do need to prepare for career fairs in order to make a good impression. Follow the eight tips below, and you’re on your way to connecting with recruiters about the position you desire. 
Enrolling in college is an act of hope for a brighter future. It can be reassuring to prospective or newly-enrolled students, though, to hear from other students about how they landed rewarding jobs after they graduated.
You’ve landed a job interview – congratulations on getting to this crucial step in your job search! You now have the ultimate opportunity to demonstrate you’re the best hiring choice. Preparation is the key to rocking your interview like a star. Here is a countdown to help you succeed:
The holidays can feel like a huge slump for job seekers. Between the hectic frenzy of holiday parties and gift shopping, it’s easy to lose sight of your career goals or lose motivation altogether, which is why so many people simply postpone the job search until January.