March 19, 2024
Making the most of spring break: informational interviews
You should make the most of your break by doing a little career planning. Whether you are planning a streaming binge, relaxing poolside, or working hard at a part-time job, this is a perfect time to create new networking contacts and reach out to professionals to learn about work options.
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.
March 11, 2024
Interview Playbooks for You
Big Interview is an online platform that combines training and practice to help improve your interview technique and build your confidence.
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.
Feb. 13, 2024
Exploring Majors and Pursuing Passions
When she arrived at the University of Missouri, Sophia Bianco didn’t know what she wanted to do. Growing up in the small town of Dixon, Missouri, Bianco dreamed of working in the music industry — but was it possible for someone with “no musical talent,” as she would say? The answer was “yes,” and Bianco arrived on it thanks to Mizzou’s Discovery Center.
Feb. 11, 2024
What Qualities do you “Heart” in a Career
Finding a job that fits your lifestyle is just as important as finding one that fits your major.
Feb. 8, 2024
Resume Tips to Beat the Bots
An ATS, or applicant tracking system, is a digital filing software that stores candidate information and communications. Oftentimes, the technology prescreens resumes to determine if an applicant is qualified for the job, ruling out many applicants. More than 90% of Fortune 500 companies are currently using an ATS, and for these larger companies with thousands of applicants per week, bots help cut down up to 70% of applicants! Smaller companies also use ATS systems, which can save them thousands of dollars in the hiring process as well. ATS software is a great tool for more efficient recruitment processes,…
Feb. 6, 2024
Don’t Do It Alone!
Students have LOTS of resources and support if you are deciding on a major or considering career paths.
Jan. 23, 2024
Meet with Involvement Ambassadors for Campus Connections
This week is Involvement Week, with several events and opportunities for Mizzou students to explore a new interests or find people with similar ones as you. To help you make connections, students can visit with Involvement Ambassadors, a group of experienced students who offer one-on-one consultations.
Jan. 18, 2024
Semester Reflection: 7 Questions to Ask Ourselves
Every new year, many people review the highs and lows of the past year and make resolutions for the year ahead. Now’s a great time for students to take time to reflect and take stock of the fall semester. Before moving forward, it’s helpful to know where we’ve been! Maybe we joined a new club or made a new friend. Maybe we explored a new major or even a new city. Or maybe it wasn’t our favorite semester, and we are just happy it’s over. However your semester may have looked, we could all use a little reflection time. These…