Networking without feeling fake: How to build genuine connections as a student

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

As a college student, you get all kinds of advice to start networking. Alumni events, on-campus conferences, and job fairs are all opportunities that faculty and staff encourage you …

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Workplace Trends For 2026: Preparing For The New Labor Market Reality

The way we work isn’t gently drifting; it’s moving fast. 

In just a few years, artificial intelligence (AI) went from a talking point to a real coworker. Remote work settled in, then shook itself out into something more practical. And …

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Give Students an Opportunity to Reflect on Their Experiences and Learning with Resume Assignment (Classroom Integration Resources for Faculty)

Creating a resume is more than just listing dates and titles—it is an exercise in professional storytelling. This assignment asks you to curate your academic achievements and personal experiences to articulate your unique value proposition to the field.

Assignment: Build …

By Amy Ballard
Amy Ballard Online Career Coach
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Encourage Students to Engage with the Job Market through Handshake (Classroom Integration Resources for Faculty)

Handshake is a platform where employers can connect with Eastern students. Encourage students to see what is available to them through a Handshake exploration exercise!

Assignment: Handshake Career Exploration
Purpose

The goal of this assignment is to help you bridge …

By Amy Ballard
Amy Ballard Online Career Coach
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Mentorship Reimagined: Reflections on the “30-Minute Mentor” Pilot

by Jeff James, Eastern University Program Director 

What happens when you trade the traditional guest speaker podium for a brief one-on-one Zoom connection between professional mentor and undergraduate student? At Eastern University, we decided to find out.

Born from the …

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Nursing Resume Guide – With Template & Examples (2026)

A well-structured nursing resume is the foundation of a successful nursing job search. However, many job seekers struggle to craft an effective nursing resume that meets industry standards. With 75% of applications getting rejected by applicant tracking software, only a …

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Closing statement template you can use to end your interview on a high note

Ending an interview with a strong closing statement is your final chance to leave a lasting impression. In the 2026 market, employers are looking for people who are decisive and truly interested in the role. You want to summarize why …

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How to Message Recruiters to Connect on LinkedIn (with Examples!)

With over a billion members, LinkedIn has become the go-to space for professional networking. For job seekers, reaching out to recruiters on LinkedIn can be one of the smartest ways to get your name out there. Why? Because recruiters are …

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How to Be the Executive Job Candidate Every Headhunter Wants

Landing an executive role requires more than extensive experience and a strong resume. You must also be a leader who can solve problems creatively, make wise decisions, and help businesses grow.

Headhunters searching for top talent will look beyond your …

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How To Work With a Headhunter

Ken Sundheim, CEO of KAS Placement

There is an air of confused mystery around working with a head hunter and how to best approach a recruiting firm to find the job you think fits both your personality and salary requirements.

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