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Finding your groove in college as an adult student

Returning to school as an adult student can be challenging. An educational counselor shares tips to help you through the process.

Reference check: Keeping professional references updated

Many people don’t give much thought to their professional references — until they need them. At that point, there’s often a mad scramble to find…

How to recover from a job interview blunder

A career counselor explains common interview blunders and how to fix them.

How job searching has changed over the last decade

Did the Great Recession make job searching easier or more difficult? Learn four ways job hunting has changed over the past ten years.

How to get experience in your field if you can’t get hired

Seven tips for getting the professional experience you need for the job you want

Tips for a successful informational interview

A career and education counselor tells job seekers how to best reach out.

How to determine and boost your value on the job market

By gaining expertise in a new and challenging area, you’re likely to increase your worth.

Building an online portfolio that’s right for you

If you’re applying for jobs in publishing, public relations, web design, or another creative field, be prepared to share an online portfolio.