Sep. 11, 2024
Tackling First Impressions
The first impression—the thing that can make or break how an employer views you, and subsequently their desire to hire you. No pressure, right? Don’t worry; the MU Career Center (MUCC) has got you covered.
July 18, 2024
Unlock the Power of LinkedIn with 5 Cool Features
As a professional, having a strong online presence is crucial in today's digital age. LinkedIn is one of the most popular professional networking platforms, with over 700 million users worldwide.
June 13, 2024
Cultivating Confidence at Work
Having confidence at a job can be difficult, but is an important skill to cultivate when interacting with coworkers, bosses, and potential employers. Practicing confident language can help you...
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June 5, 2024
How to Build Your (Affordable) Professional Wardrobe
When making a good impression at your job, it is important to dress the part. The way that you dress can play a crucial role...
May 29, 2024
Students Share Their Most Effective Networking Strategies
If you've clicked on this article, you probably know the basics of networking. Now, up your networking game with these success stories...
March 19, 2024
How to Deal with a Difficult Coworker
We all have that one coworker who drives you up the wall. Maybe they are constantly complaining or maybe they talk over you during meetings. Either way, dealing with a difficult coworker can make even the best job feel like a chore. There are an abundance of ways to handle the situation in a professional and courteous way.
Feb. 27, 2024
How To Master Employer Communication: The Pitch
For anybody in the workplace, time is the most valuable asset to maintain. We try to use as little of it as possible. This can complicate networking, since networking is all about making business connections that will last.
Jan. 30, 2024
Put Your Best Foot Forward
If you are walking on Lowry Mall, you'll see some black and gold posters outside of the Student Success Center promoting career services. One message says "Put Your Best Foot Forward" and we sincerely want every Mizzou student to be aware of their strengths and become career ready!
Sep. 6, 2023
5 Steps for Career Readiness
With the fall season coming around the corner, it is the perfect time to advance your career readiness. Whether you are a complete beginner or you already have some experience, Mizzou has resources that can help you succeed in any field. Clean up your Resume Resumes are one of the most important parts of the job process. A good resume should reflect your skills and prior work experience. Mizzou offers a helpful step by step guide to help make your resume stand out to potential employers. For additional assistance, Mizzou offers an online submission site to receive professional advice. While…
July 28, 2023
Dos and Don’ts When Asking for References
References and recommendation letters can be the most intimidating part of a job application, perhaps because they feel least within your own control. It may be daunting to ask someone else to talk about you, but here are some suggestions for how to set yourself up for success. DO obtain permission from your reference before sending in your application. While it may seem self-explanatory, it’s essential to obtain your references’ permission before sending their contact information to an employer. Make sure to notify them about each individual application you put them down for and send them the job listing or…