How to respond to “tell me about yourself” without sounding scripted

By Keith Spencer, Career Expert with AI resume builder Resume Now

It’s one of the most dreaded interview questions (or prompts, really): “Tell me about yourself.” Many early-career professionals mistakenly treat this as an opportunity for small talk, a recap …

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When Is a Pay Cut Worth It?

People tend to think the right career move is always the one that includes a higher salary, and oftentimes, it’s no different for social-impact professionals. And while this can be the case, career progression isn’t always linear, and no two …

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Win the summer: Top 10 job search sites for seasonal work and internships

Summer is the ultimate season of opportunity. For job seekers (students and recent grads), it’s the perfect window to gain invaluable experience, build a resume, or make some serious cash. For employers, it’s a high-stakes race to lock in top-tier …

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Resume mistakes that can cost you interviews (and how to fix them)

By Vicki Salemi, career expert at Monster.com

When I worked in corporate recruiting, I often cringed when I reviewed resumes from talented candidates but cringed when I spotted some faux pas. I couldn’t reach out to tell them what leapt …

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8 Awesome Women’s Professional Networks

Women’s professional networks offer a range of benefits that contribute to the personal and professional development of women in various industries. Most typically, these organizations offer networking opportunities, mentorship programs, skill development workshops, and a platform for discussion and collaboration. …

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How to Get a Summer 2026 Internship Right Now: Your Last-Chance Action Plan

It’s late April. You don’t have a summer 2026 internship yet. And every time you open your laptop, the anxiety hits a little harder.

Here’s the truth: you’re not done. Not even close. Companies are still hiring for summer 2026 …

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How to Ace Your Blackstone Interview

Are you preparing for a private equity interview at Blackstone? This guide gives you everything you need: a complete breakdown of the Blackstone interview process by role, 40+ real Blackstone interview questions reported by recent candidates, sample answers for the …

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10 leading platforms that connect college students with internships and entry-level jobs

The landscape of early career recruitment has shifted from a physical campus tour to a digital ecosystem that never sleeps. For those in the 2016-2029 graduation cohorts, the search for that first internship or career-defining entry-level role is no longer …

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6 tips for what to do when an employer ghosts you

There is nothing quite as soul-crushing as nailing a third-round interview, sending a thoughtful thank-you note, and then hearing absolutely nothing for three weeks. For early-career seekers, employer ghosting feels like a personal rejection of your entire future, but the …

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Interview closing template: 4 steps to end on a high note | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep85

You’ve nailed the questions, but how do you end the interview? Don’t let a weak goodbye ruin your hard work. In this episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, produced by College Recruiter, we break down the ultimate closing …

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