The Skills that Really Matter on Your Handshake Profile
Your skills section is one of the most important parts of your Handshake profile—if you do it right. The keywords in this section help Handshake recommend relevant jobs to you. Your skills also help recruiters find you on Handshake. And it lets them easily understand your skillset, without digging through your resume. We analyzed the…
Dos and Don’ts of Professional Social Media Posting
By now, you’ve probably been warned about social media and how it affects your professional image. Usually the tone is negative. Believe it or not, posting on your social media can be helpful for employers to gauge how you’ll fit in company culture. It gives them a window into your personality, which is great for…
Connecting through Tiger Spirit
We’ve talked before about career fairs as a means of networking with potential employers, but did you know that you can network in other ways too? Talking to alumni is another great way get started. Tons of people graduate from MU every year, meaning that tons of people get added to an alumni network that…
5 Steps to Take as a New Alumni
Graduating from college is an exciting, yet overwhelming experience. As an alumni, you’re adjusting to a new normal that is the beginning of the rest of your life. Prepare for this by taking the following steps for success: 1. Clean-Up Your Social Media It’s expected for you to have had a good time in college.…
How to Write a Thank-You Email or Letter After an Interview
How you follow up with an employer after your interview is almost as important as the interview itself. And sending a well-written thank you email and/or letter soon after your interview is essential. Here are some tips for writing a thank you note that will impress employers. Why you should send a thank you It…
How to Highlight Your Experience and Skills to Help Your Resume Stand Out
Your resume is living document that will change and evolve throughout your career. Every time you gain new skills and experience, or look for a job or internship, you should go through your resume and refine it. Here are some tips for updating your resume, as well as some general resume do’s and don’ts. Updating…
Top 5 Communication Do’s and Top 5 Don’ts to Avoid at Work
What is good workplace etiquette? If you haven’t worked in an office or professional environment before, you’re probably unsure. While it varies from office to office, there are some general guidelines for how to communicate at work. Here are five practices to adopt, and five to avoid at your job or internship. Do follow good…
Facing Fears: How to Embrace “Failure” at Work
Little misses at your job or internship can shape big wins for your future. For many college seniors, the summer before graduation is a great time to start building solid career foundations. Putting hard work into a summer internship for a great company can really pay off for rising seniors. Sometimes, it even leads to…
How to Secure a Great Letter of Recommendation
If you’re applying for an internship, job, or graduate program, you may be asked to provide a letter of recommendation. This letter should come from someone with professional authority that can endorse you as an excellent candidate. How do you request one—and ensure it helps strengthen your application? Here are some tips to getting the…
10 Steps to Make a Great First Impression at Work
You’ve probably heard that first impressions are important. But what does it mean to make a good first impression at work—and how do you do it? We’ve outlined a step-by-step guide for you to get your new job or internship off to a great start. Get enough sleep You may have received this advice when…