Career Advice & Advancement
Every professional’s career path follows a unique trajectory, depending on a slew of factors: your background, education, interests, aspirations, experience, and more. Whether you want to advance in your current career or pursue a new one, we’ve gathered together some of the best career advice to help you reach your goals. Use these articles, tips, interviews, how-to guides, and other resources to reach the next step in your career.
November 6, 2019
Co-op vs. Internship: What’s the Difference?
Curious about the difference between a co-op vs. an internship? Explore key similarities and differences between these two types of hands-on learning.
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October 16, 2019
Collaborative Leadership: What It Is & Why It’s Important
Uncover the ways collaborative leadership can positively impact an organization, then learn how to apply these skills to your workplace with a master’s degree in communications from Northeastern.
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September 16, 2019
Grad School or Work? How to Balance Both
Pursuing a master’s degree and working full-time doesn’t need to be an either/or scenario. Use these six tips to strategically balance both.
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September 10, 2019
Why Earn a Professional Doctoral Degree?
Are you interested in earning your doctoral degree? Discover the difference between a PhD and professional doctorate, and how the latter can help advance your career.
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September 3, 2019
7 Networking Tips for Graduate Students
Graduate school can help you expand your professional network. Here are 7 tips for grad students that will help you advance your career after graduation.
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September 3, 2019
How to Craft a Personal Elevator Pitch
Learn how a well-developed elevator pitch can set you up for success in your professional career.
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August 13, 2019
How to Market Your Graduate Certificate to Employers
Follow these 4 tips to help communicate the value of your graduate certificate to employers and advance your career.
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July 31, 2019
How to Become a More Effective Leader
Interested in becoming a more effective leader? Consider these top tips for managing teams, solving complex problems, and inspiring others.
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July 15, 2019
How an ePortfolio Captures your Professional Brand
Learn more about creating a strong ePortfolio that makes a statement about your professional brand—who you are, what you value, and the skills you possess.
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July 10, 2019
Curiosity is the Key to Professional Growth
Gizem Weggemans, global head of the human resources and communication practice at Egon Zehnder, shares her tips for professional growth in the industry.
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