The Art of Stories

Everyone has a story, and your story is the one you know best. Stories are fundamental to human experience and can captivate and engage people in a way that's exclusive to this form of art. But how can this be applied to your professional life? When going into an interview, it can be daunting thinking about how to present yourself and make a good first impression. While it's easy to check all the boxes by arriving early, wearing a presentable outfit, and greeting the interviewer with a firm handshake, people often overlook the importance of telling a compelling story that describes who you are and the qualities that would make you the best candidate for the position. 

Many platforms have resume templates. Canva, Word, Google Docs, and many other word processors create these templates to attempt to create a broad base that will work for everyone. They make the resume-making process easier in theory but also can inhibit the job-hunting process.

"Look at that subtle off-white coloring. The tasteful thickness of it. Oh my God, it even has a watermark..." (American Psycho, 2000)

Business cards, aside from resumes, are the pinnacle of follow-up discussions with potential customers, teammates, employers, etc. It opens the door for possibilities down the line, and it makes people easier to find. Everything from the creation, design, contact information, and delivery of the card is crucial. Standing out amongst competition may be difficult, but following these tips will put you ahead in your best career in no time. 

            We may not be Stacy London and Clinton Kelly, the hosts of What Not to Wear, but we can tell you the ins and out of dressing up, especially what to avoid wearing to the interview.

3 Reasons why you Should Dress for Success

The ever-changing dress trends and standards might be difficult to keep up with. But don’t let that trendy crop top sitting in your closet or favorite hat set you back when getting dressed to make a lasting first impression in the workplace. 

Have you ever been to a job fair and forgotten to print your resume? Or found your resume to be a hassle when carrying it around? You should opt for an easier option, a personal business card. This can replace the bother of carrying around a portfolio and introduce the ability to give out your contact information quickly and simply while creatively branding yourself.

Internships can play a huge role in helping college students get better job opportunities and make more money post-graduation. According to Forbes, an internship has a 60% chance of turning into a full-time job offer from that company. It is obvious that the after-effects of internships are all positive, but how do students with no professional work experience land internships with these big popular companies?